This week, the Supreme Court allowed the federal government to continue cutting border wire in an ongoing battle between Texas and the Biden administration. Former President Donald Trump expressed support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott, endorsing the deployment of National Guards from various states to address border security issues. Trump pledged to collaborate closely with Texas if he is re-elected in 2025, emphasizing the need to combat what he referred to as an “invasion.”
In social media posts, Trump accused President Biden of hindering Governor Abbott’s efforts to address the border situation effectively. The conflict escalated recently when Texas seized an area in Eagle Pass, leading to protests and legal threats from the administration. The Supreme Court intervened this week, granting emergency permission to cut border wire set up by Texas.
The feud between Texas and the administration began in 2021 during the migrant crisis, with Texas launching Operation Lone Star to bolster resources at the border. Legal battles ensued over an anti-illegal immigration law and the state’s installation of buoys in the Rio Grande, with the administration arguing that Texas is interfering with federal immigration enforcement.
A White House statement accused Governor Abbott of politicizing the border and criticized his actions, including leaving migrants on the side of the road and installing razor wire. The administration emphasized the need for adequate resources and policy changes, citing ongoing efforts to achieve bipartisan immigration reform.
Governor Abbott defended his actions, citing a “right to self-defense” and declaring an “invasion” to invoke his authority. Trump echoed his support for Abbott, urging other states to deploy their National Guards to Texas and vowing collaboration on border sealing and deportation efforts if he returns to the presidency.
Trump assured that, if elected, he would prioritize cooperation with border states and initiate a substantial deportation operation. He warned that those allowed into the country under Biden should not feel secure, as they would be sent back home.
