Source: Fox News
Summary
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem deployed to the northern and southern borders, as the Trump administration ramps up immigration enforcement. Despite increased criticism, Noem stated that the department would not be deterred by sanctuary politicians from getting dangerous illegal aliens off the streets. The secretary also announced an immediate drawdown of 700 personnel from Minnesota, citing improved cooperation with jails.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Noem deployed to the borders, citing the need to protect Americans and enforce laws. She emphasized that the operations would not be deterred by local elected officials and that the department would continue to work with cooperative officials. Meanwhile, border czar Tom Homan announced a drawdown of 700 personnel from Minnesota, citing improved cooperation with jails.
Noem spoke in Nogales, Arizona, pointing to the rhetoric from state leadership as a catalyst behind the intensifying resistance from the public in Minnesota. She also mentioned that Memphis, Tennessee, had a cooperative Democrat mayor who worked with federal law enforcement, resulting in a decrease in crime and murder rates.
The secretary’s remarks come as the Trump administration faces criticism over its immigration enforcement tactics. Noem stated that the administration’s approach reflects what Americans want: less crime and more law enforcement.
This is just a part of the familiar pattern of political posturing, where both sides claim to be working towards the same goal, but ultimately end up in a stalemate.
Author: Evan Null
