Transportation Secretary Buttigieg's Statement on Crime Rates
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg made an unexpected statement on X on Tuesday. Instead of discussing transportation-related issues such as racial equity in highways or activism in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), he attempted to convince the online community that crime rates are declining. This unusual topic for Buttigieg, whose primary role involves overseeing the smooth operation of America's transportation systems, may reflect the Biden-Harris administration's struggle to reassure Americans that cities are safe. The administration cites FBI crime statistics to support their claims, but many Americans remain skeptical, as evidenced by the negative response to Buttigieg's X post.
Increasing Concerns in Texas
Meanwhile, Texas is facing a potentially significant problem that has nothing to do with conflicts in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, or the South China Sea. The Texas Department of Public Safety recently reported that last week, DPS Special Agents in San Antonio arrested two members of the Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang during a traffic stop. The San Antonio Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations were also involved in the operation. The two men were detained and later transported to a federal detention center. The Texas DPS has noted an increase in TdA activity across the state.
Texas DPS's Response to TdA Gang Activity
The rise in TdA gang activity in Texas, which shares a border with Mexico, has prompted Texas DPS to offer financial rewards for the arrest of illegal alien gang members. The department has reminded Texans that Governor Greg Abbott's Public Safety Office is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a TdA member involved in criminal activity.
US Army Report on TdA Illegal Aliens
According to a leaked report from the US Army, at least 5,000 TdA illegal aliens have entered the country in recent years, coinciding with the open border policies of the Biden-Harris administration. The TdA gang has recently gained national attention after members invaded the northern Denver suburb of Aurora, where armed illegal aliens took over apartment buildings.
Impact on Texas's Energy Infrastructure
The situation in Texas is so severe that oil and gas companies have raised concerns about illegal alien gangs threatening critical energy infrastructure. The actual number of TdA members in the US could be significantly higher than the US Army's estimate, given the Biden-Harris administration's welcoming stance towards illegal aliens.
Public Reaction to the Situation
At a recent rally, a trucker from Charleroi, PA named Ernie warned the crowd about the dangers of allowing unvetted illegal aliens into the country, describing it as a "nation-killing practice."
Bottom Line
The rise in gang activity, particularly from the TdA, poses a significant threat to public safety and critical infrastructure. The situation calls for a reassessment of current immigration policies and a more robust response to gang activity. What are your thoughts on this issue? Do you agree with the concerns raised by Texas DPS and the trucker at the rally? Share this article with your friends and let us know your views. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is available every day at 6pm.
