Texas Governor Greg Abbott has taken steps to secure the border between Texas and Mexico in response to the Biden administration's perceived failure to enforce immigration laws. The governor argues that the federal government has broken the compact between the United States and the states, and that it is the duty of the executive branch to enforce federal laws. Governor Abbott claims that the Biden administration has abdicated its responsibility to secure the border, which has led to a surge in illegal border crossings and criminal activity. In an effort to address this issue, Texas has erected barricades and razor wire in areas where illegal entry is prevalent.
The governor asserts that Texas has the right to protect its residents and stop criminals from entering the state. To this end, his administration has deployed National Guard and Texas Department of Public Safety officers to make arrests and prevent illegal entry. Governor Abbott believes that Texas is fulfilling what American citizens expect - a secure border. He criticizes the Biden administration's abandonment of this responsibility and their failure to enforce the law, accusing them of promoting a false narrative regarding deaths at the border.
The governor's actions have faced legal challenges, including a recent Supreme Court ruling that sent the case back to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. However, Governor Abbott remains confident in Texas' right to self-defense under Article 1, Section 10 of the Constitution. He believes that there is enough support from the Supreme Court justices to eventually win the case on its merits.
The issue of immigration has captured the attention of Americans nationwide, with recent exit polling and voter analysis indicating its significance as a top concern. Governor Abbott highlights the impact of open border policies, which he claims are being experienced by people across the country, leading to calls for change. He believes that if Joe Biden continues to fail in addressing immigration and border security, he may face repercussions in the upcoming elections.
It remains uncertain whether the Biden administration is prepared to make policy changes at the border in an election year. Governor Abbott acknowledges that it is difficult to discern the administration's intentions, but asserts that Biden campaigned on open border policies and has followed through on those promises. He contends that the issue of immigration and border security warrants a failing grade for the president, potentially resulting in electoral consequences.
