In a move that does nothing to address the real crisis at our borders, the House of Representatives voted today to extend funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through May 22. While Washington politicians pat themselves on the back for another short-term fix, the American people are left to deal with the consequences of an open-border policy that has turned every state into a border state.
A Band-Aid on a Bullet Wound
The funding extension is nothing more than a stopgap measure designed to kick the can down the road. It does not secure the border, it does not deport criminal illegal aliens, and it does not hold the Biden administration accountable for its disastrous immigration policies. Since President Biden took office, over 10 million illegal immigrants have flooded into the country, overwhelming our cities, straining our resources, and endangering American lives. Yet instead of taking action, Congress is content to keep DHS on life support while the border remains wide open.
The Real Crisis: Biden’s Open-Border Agenda
The funding bill does not address the root cause of the crisis: the Biden administration’s deliberate decision to dismantle border security. From ending Remain in Mexico to halting border wall construction, every policy decision has been designed to encourage illegal immigration. The results speak for themselves. Fentanyl seizures at the border have skyrocketed, human trafficking is at an all-time high, and American communities are being overrun by criminal gangs that exploit our broken system. Meanwhile, DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas—who should have been impeached long ago—continues to lie to the American people, claiming the border is 'secure.'
Where’s the Accountability?
The House’s funding extension does nothing to rein in Mayorkas or force the Biden administration to enforce our immigration laws. It does not mandate the completion of the border wall, it does not end catch-and-release, and it does not require the deportation of criminal illegal aliens. Instead, it ensures that DHS will continue to operate under the same failed policies that have led to this disaster. The American people deserve better. They deserve leaders who will secure the border, protect our communities, and put America first—not politicians who prioritize political games over national security.
Why This Matters:
The border crisis is not just an immigration issue—it’s an existential threat to our nation. Every day that passes without action, more drugs, criminals, and potential terrorists enter our country. The economic strain on our cities is unsustainable, the human cost is heartbreaking, and the national security risks are terrifying. The House’s decision to extend DHS funding without addressing the border crisis is a betrayal of the American people. It’s time for real leadership—leadership that will secure the border, enforce our laws, and put the safety of American citizens above the interests of globalist elites. If Congress won’t act, the American people must demand change at the ballot box in November.