The Ben Shapiro Show
Ep. 1892 - Mexican Standoff in Texas
Jan 26, 2024
Spencer Lindquist, a field reporter for The Daily Wire, provides a front-line perspective on the escalating crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border. He discusses Texas's assertive stance against the Biden administration's immigration policies and the challenges posed by drug cartels. Lindquist highlights the implications of federal inaction, particularly the dangers of unchecked illegal crossings. Amid evolving political dynamics, he critiques how sanctuary cities complicate immigration enforcement, revealing the ongoing tension between state and federal responses.
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- Texas is taking measures to enforce border security, but federal leniency and policies contribute to the ongoing border crisis.
- The Biden administration's policies have resulted in an undefended border, allowing criminal drug cartels to control the southern border.
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The Southern Border Crisis: A Constitutional Showdown
The United States is experiencing a major border crisis, with a wave of illegal immigration and the influence of drug cartels. The current administration has allowed the border to be largely undefended and has implemented policies like catch and release, which has resulted in millions of people entering the country illegally. The drug cartels are taking advantage of these policies to smuggle people and drugs across the border, putting both national security and public safety at risk.
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