Staff Reports
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is sounding the alarm about the Mexican drug cartels infiltrating her beloved Midwestern state. It seems like no place is safe from the consequences of illegal immigration anymore. In a news release, Governor Noem emphasized how this crisis is impacting South Dakota, including its tribal reservations for Native American communities. She makes it clear that the dangers posed by Mexican drug cartels are not confined to the borders of Texas; they are a threat to every American.
Kristi Noem Warns Mexican Drug Cartels Are Taking Over South Dakotahttps://t.co/Nf8eYB5tqk
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Noem also expressed her unwavering support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who is currently locked in a legal battle with the Biden administration over enforcing federal immigration law. She rightly points out that when the federal government fails in its duty to protect the people, the responsibility falls on the states. Democrat politicians are even urging President Biden to federalize the Texas National Guard, effectively leaving the state vulnerable to the cartels. If this can happen to Texas, what’s stopping it from happening to South Dakota?
As Commanders in Chief of our National Guards, governors like Noem understand the unique situations on the ground better than a distant federal authority. Noem has already sent National Guard soldiers to assist in Texas, showing her commitment to defending her state’s constitutional right to protect itself. The cartels are not just a distant problem, they are already in South Dakota, spreading violence and criminal activity. They are destroying American communities from within, fueling the drug epidemic and engaging in trafficking. It’s a grave threat that demands action.
Governor Noem is far from alone in her support for Governor Abbott. Over 26 Republican governors have rallied behind him, with many offering to send their own National Guard soldiers as reinforcement. This is a united front against the threats posed by illegal immigration and the vicious Mexican drug cartels. It’s time for the Biden administration to step up and address this crisis head-on, instead of turning a blind eye and undermining our states’ efforts to protect their citizens.
It’s clear that the situation at the southern border is not just an isolated problem, but a national crisis that affects every American. The opioid epidemic, human trafficking, and the drain on resources are just a few of the devastating consequences. Governor Noem’s warning serves as a wake-up call to all Americans that our security is under attack. It’s time for our leaders to prioritize the safety and well-being of their citizens before it’s too late. The cartels must be stopped, and securing our borders is the first step towards reclaiming our country from those who seek to harm us.
