
The southern border witnessed disturbing scenes of violence as illegal immigrants clashed with law enforcement while attempting to breach federal walls. Videos captured by the Texas Department of Public Safety highlight the chaotic reality fueled by President Joe Biden’s failing border policies.
This week, DPS provided air support to Border Patrol Agents responding to a group of illegal immigrants attempting to climb the border wall near the Santa Teresa POE & illegally enter the U.S. The video illustrates recent behavior by these groups in the El Paso Sector—throwing… pic.twitter.com/HIErkc4kzl
— Texas DPS (@TxDPS) May 23, 2024
In El Paso, Border Patrol agents encountered hostility from a group of illegal immigrants attempting to scale a border wall near the Santa Teresa Port of Entry. The confrontation escalated as immigrants resorted to throwing rocks, sand, and water bottles at the agents, underscoring the increasingly volatile nature of border enforcement.
Meanwhile, in McAllen, smugglers brazenly ferried a ladder across the Rio Grande to facilitate illegal border crossings. Swift intervention by Texas DPS troopers using drone technology led to the apprehension of five illegal immigrants and the arrest of a 16-year-old smuggler involved in the operation.
#WATCH: @TxDPS Drone captures a smuggling guide from Mexico guiding a group of illegal immigrants across the Rio Grande in a raft carrying a ladder. The group then attempts to scale the border wall in McAllen #RGV but is quickly intercepted by DPS Troopers & @TXMilitary.
The… pic.twitter.com/qOh0vpUOcG
— Chris Olivarez (@LtChrisOlivarez) May 23, 2024
Lt. Chris Olivarez, spokesman for the Texas Department of Public Safety, condemned the violence and attributed it to President Biden’s lenient border policies. Olivarez emphasized the urgent need for decisive action to address the crisis and hold accountable those responsible for undermining border security.
This type of criminal behavior is inexcusable & will not be tolerated in #Texas. The lack of accountability & failed border policies has emboldened transnational criminal organizations & those who do not respect our laws & first responders. https://t.co/wvWMikcnus
— Chris Olivarez (@LtChrisOlivarez) May 23, 2024
In interviews with the media, illegal immigrants have expressed concerns about the potential consequences of the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Fearing stricter immigration enforcement under former President Donald Trump, illegal immigrants voiced apprehension about the future of border policies.
Speaking with the New York Post, illegal immigrant brothers Ricardo, 20, and Sebastian, 18, explained their concerns that Trump being elected will make it harder to cross into the U.S.
“We don’t want Trump,” Sebastian told the outlet.
An analysis by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) revealed a troubling surge in illegal immigration since President Biden took office. The data underscores the urgency of implementing effective border security measures to stem the tide of illegal crossings and safeguard national interests.
As the border crisis escalates, President Biden faces mounting pressure to confront the challenges head-on and restore order to the southern border, ensuring the safety and security of all Americans.