Staff Reports
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Biden administration, allowing them to cut Texas’s border barrier. In a 5-4 decision, two Republican-appointed justices joined the liberal justices to issue a temporary stay, blocking an appeals court ruling that favored Texas. This decision is a blow to Texas’s attempts to secure their border and combat the increasing number of illegal border crossings.
The appeals court had previously issued an injunction in favor of Texas, noting the alarming increase in Border Patrol encounters with migrants illegally entering the country. The court acknowledged that drug cartels had taken advantage of the situation, using the open border to traffic human beings and illegal drugs like fentanyl. Texas had implemented Operation Lone Star to aid the Border Patrol by installing concertina wire along sections of the riverfront, which had proven to be an effective deterrent.
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However, the issue arose when Border Patrol agents cut the wire without prior notification to Texas for reasons other than emergencies. Texas sued the federal government, claiming trespass and a violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. The appeals court rejected the federal government’s claim of immunity and other arguments, stating that Texas had the right to protect its property rights.
The Supreme Court’s decision to issue a stay is concerning for those trying to address the border crisis. It suggests that there is a likelihood the court will review the appeals court’s decision and a reasonable prospect that they may reverse it. This decision further raises the stakes in the ongoing battle between the Biden administration’s open border policies and the need for border security.
As a conservative news writer, it is disheartening to see the Supreme Court siding with the Biden administration on this issue. The court’s decision undermines Texas’s efforts to protect its border and address the serious consequences of illegal immigration. It highlights the need for strong conservative justices who will prioritize the rule of law and uphold the rights of states to secure their borders.
