The recent discovery of 27 illegal aliens being smuggled in a commercial truck in Webb County, Texas, highlights the ongoing crisis at the Southern Border. Texas DPS troopers conducted a routine traffic stop and uncovered the individuals hidden behind a tarp in the sleeper of the truck. The driver, Ricky Ward, was arrested for human smuggling, and the illegal aliens from Mexico and Guatemala were handed over to Border Patrol.
This incident is not an isolated event but rather a reflection of the challenges faced near the border. In a similar case in Kenedy County, Texas, DPS found 16 illegal aliens concealed in a false wall of a trailer. These discoveries underscore the alarming frequency of human smuggling activities in the region.
The lack of federal action to address the influx of illegal immigrants has placed an immense burden on states like Texas. The Federal Government’s failure to fulfill its constitutional duty to protect the country from invasion, as outlined in Article IV, Section 4, has left states to fend for themselves. Texas DPS has taken a proactive approach through Operation Lone Star, launched by Governor Greg Abbott in 2021, to secure the border and combat illegal immigration, smuggling, and drug trafficking.
Since January 2021, over 15 million illegal aliens have entered the United States, posing a significant threat to national security and straining government resources. The prioritization of illegal immigrants over American citizens by the current administration has raised concerns about public safety and the rule of law.
It is essential for the Federal Government to address the root causes of illegal immigration and strengthen border security measures to prevent further incidents like the ones witnessed in Texas. Collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies are crucial to safeguarding the country and upholding the principles of national sovereignty and security.
