Border Madness: In-Depth from the Border-Traffickers, Terrorists & Tragedy

Patrol Issues

Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson highlight the operational challenges faced by border patrol agents, exacerbated by policy limitations and cartel tactics. Cruz explains that new guidelines prevent agents from pursuing illegal aliens if any safety risk is present, which cartels exploit by breaking traffic laws to evade capture 1. Ferguson adds that the increase in terrorists crossing the border further strains the agents, who are already overwhelmed by the sheer volume of crossings 2. Cruz notes, "The cartels know this memo has gone out, the memo of non pursuit," illustrating the tactical advantage gained by these criminal organizations.

   

Accountability

The discussion shifts to accountability for the escalating border crisis, with Ted Cruz advocating for the impeachment of Alejandro Mayorkas for dereliction of duty. Cruz accuses Mayorkas of facilitating illegal immigration and related tragedies, including migrant deaths and drug overdoses 3. He criticizes the lack of Democratic engagement, noting that they avoid witnessing the harsh realities at the border 4. Cruz states, "If Joe Biden cared, he could stop it," emphasizing the perceived negligence of the current administration.

   

Stash Houses

Ted Cruz provides insights into stash house operations, where cartels hide dangerous individuals before moving them further into the U.S. These houses are often in poor condition, with evidence of recent crossings like wet clothes and discarded items 5. Cruz describes the harsh conditions and the criminal activities that occur within these stash houses, including violence and extortion 6. He recounts, "We went to a stash house...an incredibly dilapidated, nasty house," highlighting the grim reality of these operations.