Staff Reports
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas is making it clear: Democrats who oppose the incoming Trump administration’s deportation plans are essentially asking for a political smackdown. With Donald Trump gearing up to take action against illegal immigrants, Abbott reminds everyone that the majority of Americans are firmly on the side of securing borders and removing those who threaten their safety. This isn’t just a political strategy; it’s a direct response to what voters explicitly want.
President-elect Trump has expressed plans to declare a national emergency to facilitate mass deportations, including the potential use of military resources. This bold approach has prompted several Democratic governors and mayors, notably Katie Hobbs from Arizona, J.B. Pritzker of Illinois, and Michelle Wu, mayor of Boston, to pledge their resistance. Abbott sees this as a dangerous miscalculation by Democrats, one that could lead to even bigger defeats in future elections. According to the Texas governor, their refusal to cooperate with efforts to control illegal immigration speaks volumes about their disconnect from the concerns of everyday Americans.
Greg Abbott says Democrats opposing deportations are ‘doubling down’ on losses https://t.co/2vo1WYtmHr
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) November 21, 2024
Abbott pointed out that the ongoing defiance by these Democratic leaders could lead to more crime in their cities, as they’re failing to assist in removing dangerous criminals. This isn’t just political noise; it reflects the genuine frustration many Americans feel about illegal immigration. The Democratic stance on not working with agencies like ICE and the new “border czar” is a recipe for disaster, and Abbott suggests these communities will pay the price both in safety and at the voting booth.
Meanwhile, Texas is stepping up to the plate, dedicating 1,400 acres for deportation and border security efforts. They’re not just sitting back; they’re actively building barriers to block illegal crossings and employing state law enforcement to deal with illegal immigrant criminals. Abbott has made it clear that states like Texas are not going to wait around while other areas ignore the border crisis. The state plans to take a proactive stance on tackling these issues while the Democrats dig their heels in.
The Trump campaign is focused on law and order, emphasizing the deportation of serious criminals as a priority. Lara Trump, co-chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, stated that the Democrats’ negligence regarding border issues was a major factor in their electoral losses. She described the election results as revealing a significant rift between the Democratic Party and the American electorate, which is becoming increasingly in favor of a strong, secure border. The incoming administration’s border czar has even pointed out the pressing need to locate hundreds of thousands of missing children amidst the chaos of the border crisis. In sum, Abbott’s message is clear: oppose national safety and risk political annihilation.
