Venezuelan Gangs, Crime Waves, and the Real Border Crisis

All right, buckle up, America! The saga of Tren de Aragua, a ruthless Venezuelan gang, has reached our beloved U.S. soil. Picture this: They’ve turned Colorado’s once peaceful apartment buildings into their very own crime-fest venues. Their migration north has been in the making for over a decade, but 2024 has been their breakout year for reasons less flattering than a Hollywood headline.

Let’s unpack this. These charming individuals have been sneaking in via the southern border, blending in with the surge of hopeful migrants like camouflaged chameleons. In March, Customs and Border Protection wasn’t playing around, issuing bulletins highlighting their tattoos and warning that they could buddy up with MS-13. I mean, why create one nightmare when you can have two, right?

Rep. Gonzales’ Statement

Rep. Tony Gonzales didn’t mince words. “Significant violence,” he said, resulting from these scandals in Central and South America. The Trump era? Tightened up that border and shoved the bad actors out. The Biden-Harris Administration? Well, it seems they’re rolling out the red carpet for them.

Crime Spree Across the U.S.

July was blazing in Colorado, not because of summer heat, but because gang members decided Denver was their turf. Orders were given to attack law enforcement with the tenacity of a junkyard dog. In Aurora, if you thought your neighbors were loud, these guys raised the bar with full-blown apartment takeovers. Nevertheless, city officials claim it’s blown out of proportion, waving off concerns like they’re swatting flies.

Residents countered with reports of awful living conditions, downplaying the gang’s influence. Aurora Police claimed it was too soon to measure the gang’s impact. And, as expected, ICE confirmed that four of the gangsters involved in a July shooting were illegal immigrants who had been previously “caught and released” at the border. Reminds me a bit of a bad carnival game – the prize isn’t worth the effort, but the repercussions stick.

Government Response

Faced with growing concerns, the Biden-Harris Administration finally branded Tren de Aragua a “significant transnational criminal organization” in July, freezing its U.S. assets. The State Department dangled a $12 million carrot for tips leading to three gang leaders. Will this be enough? Only time will tell. Senior border officials are focused. But if only this energy was shown earlier, we might not have this threat on our doorsteps.

Political Reactions

Even former President Donald Trump weighed in during a town hall, pointing out the atrocities in Aurora and hinting at more robust measures if only the reins were in his hands again. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is spinning a word salad with lines like, “We must… together, work together to see where we are, where we are headed, where we are going, and our vision for where we should be, but also see it as a moment… yes… to, together… address the challenges… the impact on all the everyday… on the people…” Ah, clarity at its finest.

Comparison of Administrations

Here’s the kicker. Under Trump’s border strategy, these bad actors might have been left holding their breath south of the border. His administration effectively curbed illegal crossings, created the Sixth Branch of the U.S. Armed Forces – Space Force, and gnawed down regulations creating the economic boom reminiscent of better days. Having iron fists on homeland security maintained relative peace and prosperity. But now? The Biden-Harris border policies resemble Swiss cheese: full of holes, harboring more than just mild odor.

Conclusion

So, join me in questioning, “What now?” As we face these ominous times, it’s important to realize the value of strong conservative principles: robust border regulation, law enforcement backing, and perhaps a sprinkle of common sense. The stakes of a fragile America shouldn’t be this high. Demanding accountability, bolstering defenses, and keeping our neighborhoods safe shouldn’t be negotiable. Wake up, America – it’s time to reclaim the law and order we once held dear.

Table of Contents

• Rep. Gonzales’ Statement
• Crime Spree Across the U.S.
• Government Response
• Political Reactions
• Comparison of Administrations
• Conclusion