Republican Congresswoman Nancy Mace of South Carolina, a member of various House committees, expressed confidence in Donald Trump's strong lead in the state's upcoming primary election. Mace highlighted the overwhelming enthusiasm for Trump among South Carolina voters, predicting a significant victory margin for the former president.
Addressing concerns about legal challenges facing Trump, Mace dismissed worries about financial implications, emphasizing the perceived double standard in the justice system. She attributed the growing support for Trump to a perceived unfair treatment of the former president.
Switching focus to immigration, Mace criticized President Biden's handling of the border crisis, citing data showing a significant influx of illegal immigrants under the current administration. She contrasted Biden's approach with Trump's border policies, including the construction of over 450 miles of border wall during his term.
Mace underscored the public dissatisfaction with Biden's immigration policies, pointing to low approval ratings on border security. She criticized the reversal of Trump's border policies by the Biden administration and highlighted the challenges faced by border patrol agents under the current leadership.
Discussing efforts to address border security, Mace highlighted recruitment initiatives by Customs and Border Protection, including bonuses and increased salaries to attract additional staff. She acknowledged the sacrifices made by border patrol agents and emphasized the importance of supporting their work.
Touching on national security concerns related to the northern border, Mace emphasized the need to address potential threats from Canada. She noted Republican efforts to prioritize border security, referencing past legislative measures passed by the party.
In conclusion, Mace reiterated the Republican commitment to border security and criticized Democratic Senate leadership for failing to address key border security measures proposed by Republicans. She emphasized the importance of addressing both southern and northern border challenges to ensure national security.
