Letter Obtained by Fox News Digital Reveals Backing for Lone Star State
In a powerful statement, 26 Republican attorneys general have expressed their support for Texas in the escalating crisis at the Texas-Mexico border. The attorneys general, in a letter addressed to President Biden and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, assert that the current situation constitutes an invasion that must be addressed.
Defending States’ Rights
The attorneys general emphasize the importance of states being able to defend themselves from invasion. They argue that no one seriously contests this fundamental point. Referring to Article I, section 10, clause 3 of the Constitution, the attorneys general highlight the circumstances under which states may take action to protect their borders.
Supreme Court Ruling
The recent Supreme Court ruling, by a slim margin of 5-4, temporarily overturned a lower court’s injunction that prevented the federal government from cutting razor fencing installed by Texas along the border. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has vowed to continue constructing the razor wire fencing, despite criticism from the White House.
An Unyielding Stance
The attorneys general address misconceptions surrounding Texas’ response to the Supreme Court’s ruling. They clarify that Texas is not defying the Supreme Court but rather continuing its efforts to protect the border. They commend Texas for its unwavering commitment to constructing barriers, even in the face of federal opposition.
A Soaring Influx
The attorneys general underscore the urgency of the situation at the border, pointing out that cartels, terror groups, and other nefarious actors are capitalizing on the chaos to orchestrate a massive influx of people. They express concerns about criminals entering the United States undetected and argue that no state, not even Texas, can handle such an overwhelming surge.
States Uniting in Solidarity
Attorneys General Brenna Bird of Iowa and Sean Reyes of Utah, who spearheaded the letter, emphasize that the invasion on the southern border affects every state. They call upon the Biden administration to fulfill its duty to secure the border and protect Americans. Should the administration fail to do so, they assert that states have the constitutional authority to take matters into their own hands.
A Call for Action
With more than 6 million illegal immigrants crossing the southern border since President Biden’s inauguration, the attorneys general stress the urgency of the situation. They suggest that if the White House refuses to defend the laws and innocent citizens, it should step aside and allow the states to fulfill their responsibilities.
Texas’ fight, they maintain, is everyone’s fight.
