A United Front: Republican Governors Support Texas’ Right to Self-Defense on Border Security
2024: A Statement of Solidarity and States’ Rights
In a bold display of unity, 24 Republican governors, led by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, issued a joint statement expressing their unwavering support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Texas’ constitutional right to self-defense in securing its borders. This declaration of solidarity comes amidst the Biden Administration’s relentless attacks on Texas for taking proactive measures to protect its citizens from the escalating illegal immigration crisis, the influx of dangerous drugs like fentanyl, and potential threats to national security.
The Crisis at the Southern Border: A Call to Action
The statement paints a stark picture of the situation at the southern border, emphasizing the Biden Administration’s failure to uphold the rule of law and effectively secure the border. The governors highlight the administration’s abdication of its constitutional responsibilities to the states, leaving them vulnerable to the consequences of unchecked illegal immigration.
The statement reads, “President Biden and his Administration have left Americans and our country completely vulnerable to unprecedented illegal immigration pouring across the Southern border. Instead of upholding the rule of law and securing the border, the Biden Administration has attacked and sued Texas for stepping up to protect American citizens from historic levels of illegal immigrants, deadly drugs like fentanyl, and terrorists entering our country.”
Texas’ Assertions: A Matter of Sovereignty and Self-Defense
Governor Abbott and the State of Texas have taken a resolute stance in utilizing various strategies, including razor wire fences, to secure their border. These actions are seen as a necessary response to the Biden Administration’s refusal to enforce existing immigration laws and its facilitation of mass parole for migrants who have illegally entered the country.
The statement continues, “We stand in solidarity with our fellow Governor, Greg Abbott, and the State of Texas in utilizing every tool and strategy, including razor wire fences, to secure the border. We do it in part because the Biden Administration is refusing to enforce immigration laws already on the books and is illegally allowing mass parole across America of migrants who entered our country illegally.”
Constitutional Justification: The States’ Right to Self-Defense
The statement draws upon the U.S. Constitution, specifically Articles 4, Section 4, and Article 1, Section 10, Clause 3, to assert the states’ inherent right to self-defense in times of crisis. It argues that the Biden Administration’s dereliction of its constitutional duties justifies Texas’ actions to protect the sovereignty of its state and the nation as a whole.
The statement declares, “The authors of the U.S. Constitution made clear that in times like this, states have a right of self-defense, under Article 4, Section 4 and Article 1, Section 10, Clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution. Because the Biden Administration has abdicated its constitutional compact duties to the states, Texas has every legal justification to protect the sovereignty of our states and our nation.”
A Chorus of Support: Governors United in Solidarity
The joint statement is a testament to the unity among Republican governors in addressing the border crisis. It features the signatures of governors from Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
The statement concludes, “We stand united in supporting Texas and its right to defend its borders and protect its citizens. The Biden Administration’s failure to secure the border has created a crisis that threatens our national security and the safety of our communities. We call on the Administration to reverse its disastrous policies and work with us to find real solutions to this crisis.”
Conclusion: A Collective Stand for Border Security and States’ Rights
The Republican governors’ joint statement serves as a powerful message of support for Texas’ efforts to secure its border and protect its citizens from the negative consequences of unchecked illegal immigration. It underscores the significance of states’ rights and the need for a comprehensive approach to border security. The statement’s resounding endorsement of Texas’ actions sets the stage for further collaboration and unified efforts among states to address this critical issue.