Staff Reports
Howdy! Texas Governor Greg Abbott is making headlines with his bold move to tackle illegal immigration at the southern border. In an interview with Fox News' Maria Bartiromo, Governor Abbott announced that he's giving the green light for state peace officers to arrest and detain illegal immigrants, setting the stage for a showdown between Texas and the Biden Administration.
Despite legal challenges from the Biden Administration, Texas is standing its ground. Governor Abbott highlighted the state's efforts, including the setup of barriers on both land and water to send a strong message to those attempting to cross the border unlawfully.
Abbott Announces Sweeping Border Measures, Will Allow Texas Officers To Arrest Illegal Alienshttps://t.co/eZmdcQdMlo
— Jenna Ellis (@JennaEllisEsq) December 3, 2023
While facing setbacks in court, with appeals judges ordering the removal of water-based barriers in the Rio Grande, Governor Abbott remains resolute. On Fox News, he emphasized the severity of the immigration problem, attributing it to what he sees as Joe Biden's welcoming stance toward illegal immigrants.
Governor Abbott boasted about Texas's success in disrupting the plans of cartels by becoming a less attractive illegal entry point. Due to the walls and barriers erected, other sectors such as Tucson and San Diego are now experiencing higher levels of illegal entries.
In a move to strengthen border security further, Governor Abbott is gearing up to sign a new law making it illegal to enter Texas from another country without permission. Additionally, he plans to empower every peace officer in the state to arrest individuals breaking this law, essentially turning Texas into the wild, wild west when it comes to enforcing immigration measures.
This new legislation is poised to ignite another confrontation with the Biden Administration, as they argue against states taking matters into their own hands and potentially interfering with Border Patrol duties. However, Governor Abbott is unwavering, asserting Texas's commitment to securing its borders and demonstrating what true grit looks like.
So, saddle up, y'all! Governor Abbott is leading the charge, and it looks like Texas is ready to stand firm against what it perceives as lawlessness at the border. Yeehaw!
