The ongoing border issues between Texas and the Biden administration have sparked a heated debate regarding immigration policies and control of the border. Governor Greg Abbott's refusal to reopen a key stretch of the border has prompted calls for President Biden to take control of the Texas National Guard.
According to a source, there have been over 96,000 illegal border crossings in the fiscal year, averaging 800 per day. This influx of individuals seeking entry into the United States has been likened to a bustling subway, with people disembarking at every stop. Governor Abbott has labeled it a dereliction of duty, while Senator Ted Cruz accused President Biden of intentionally breaking open the border.
Texas's razor wire, which was put in place by the state, remains intact in Shelby Park. However, the Biden administration has issued a warning to Texas, giving them until tomorrow to allow their border agents back into the park to remove the razor wire as they see fit. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Biden administration, lifting the temporary restraining order that prevented their access to the razor wire.
In a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Biden administration outlined its request for full access to Shelby Park, the nearby boat launch, and the International Bridge for a two-week period. This access is crucial for the administration to perform its statutory duties. Governor Abbott, however, has taken a stand against what he sees as President Biden's open border policies. He argues that these policies have allowed over 6,000,000 illegal immigrants to cross the southern border in the past three years.
Governor Abbott has utilized his authority to declare an invasion, stating that Texas' authority supersedes federal statutes. As a result, he has deployed the Texas National Guard and other Texas personnel to secure the state's border. Several Republican governors, including the Speaker of the House, have expressed their support for Governor Abbott and promised to assist in any way possible.
The ongoing showdown between the Texas governor and the Biden administration highlights the deep divide on immigration policies and border control. The repercussions of this conflict will likely have significant implications for both Texas and the nation as a whole. As tensions continue to rise, it remains to be seen how this issue will ultimately be resolved.
