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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Drug Cartel Surveillance
- Ben Shapiro witnessed a Mexican drug cartel drone hovering over US territory.
- The drone was surveilling their car because cartels track Border Patrol agents' locations with precision.
Texas's Border Enforcement Limitations
- Texas faces limitations in expelling illegal immigrants due to Biden's asylum policies.
- Erecting barriers only redirects the flow to ports of entry where asylum claims overwhelm the system.
National Security Threat
- Joe Biden's border policy is a national security threat, facilitating an "invasion" of unknown individuals.
- The shift in border crossers to military-aged men with unclear motivations raises serious concerns.