Staff Reports
In a troubling but all too familiar scene at the U.S.-Mexico border, another alarming video surfaced showing waves of illegal immigrants streaming into Eagle Pass, Texas. Afoot in the pre-dawn hours, this mass crossing highlighted the grim reality of America’s southern border crisis, revealing the sheer number of individuals jeopardized by sinister cartels. Among the crossings were over 200 illegals, including at least 50 unaccompanied minors, some barely old enough to be left alone, demonstrating not only a legal issue but a monumental humanitarian crisis as well.
The disturbing footage documented a Honduran teenager recounting the exorbitant price of smuggling—a whopping $6,000 paid by his cousin. Two girls, merely ages seven and ten, were seen wandering alone, carrying the burden of uncertainty about their families back in the States. With vague answers about their relatives residing somewhere in Texas, the situation raises glaring questions. Who would risk sending such young children with the notorious cartels? This is a scenario that strays far from responsible guardianship, leaving the public to wonder about the monstrous individuals enabling this crisis.
NEW: As we wait for Homan/Abbott to arrive in Eagle Pass, TX, we witnessed another mass illegal crossing of 200+ in pre dawn hours, including 50 unaccompanied children. A Honduran teen boy told us his cousin paid $6,000 to smuggle him into U.S., & we talked to two girls, ages 7 &… pic.twitter.com/Pd3AwLTX0F
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) November 26, 2024
For the state of Texas, this ongoing invasion has become a daily battle against the shortcomings of the current administration. The Biden administration’s lack of effective border policies has left Texas with its hands tied. Despite the state’s relentless efforts to regain control through fencing and security measures, the relentless flow of illegal crossings continues unabated. As a counterstrategy, Texas, along with Florida, has taken matters into its own hands by shipping undocumented immigrants to “sanctuary cities,” a move that ought to expose the hypocrisy of those jurisdictions.
As the situation on the ground remains dire, the appointment of Tom Homan as the new border czar offers a glimmer of hope and change. Transitioning from Kamala Harris’s ineffective tenure, Homan’s arrival marks the dawn of a proactive approach. He is poised to tackle the rampant issues plaguing border enforcement, including going after so-called sanctuary city officials who provide protection to illegal immigrants while turning a blind eye to lawful deportation protocols. The ramifications will likely extend to major cities that have long believed they were exempt from federal immigration laws.
With Homan on the scene, optimism runs high that the tide may finally start turning. The arrival of a determined border czar is much needed in this chaotic environment. He promises to approach this crisis with the common sense and operational efficiency lacking in previous administrations. For those concerned about the integrity of the nation’s borders, the hope is that, under this new leadership, there will be a renewed commitment to prioritizing American citizens’ safety and restoring order along the southern frontier. The landscape may change, but it’s evident the mission to secure the border has never been more critical.
