Payam Javan: The nation briefly witnessed another manufactured government shutdown, just after midnight Saturday, a stark reminder of the dangerous games played by the radical left. While the Senate eventually passed legislation to fund most of our vital government functions, including Defense, it was not without Democrats holding our essential Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hostage. This entirely avoidable disruption, affecting critical departments, was a clear attempt by the progressive fringe to undermine national security and create chaos, even if the mainstream media attempts to downplay its significance.
In stark contrast to the Democrats’ cynical tactics, President Donald J. Trump, ever the patriot, urged Congress to pass the bipartisan compromise, championing a common-sense approach to keep our government running. He rightly pointed out on Truth Social the importance of funding our government until September, while also highlighting the crucial extension for DHS, including our vital Coast Guard, which he has rebuilt with unmatched strength. Yet, the deep state Democrats, led by the likes of Chuck Schumer, chose to weaponize the budget, demanding outrageous concessions that would cripple our brave ICE agents and weaken our borders, all under the guise of “reform.”
These radical demands from Schumer and his cohorts are nothing short of an assault on law enforcement and border security. They brazenly called for ending “roving patrols” by ICE, tightening warrant requirements, and imposing “accountability” that mirrors the dangerous “Defund the Police” movement. And let’s not forget the utterly absurd demand for agents to operate without masks, wear body cameras, and carry state IDs – as if our frontline defenders are the criminals! This is not about safety; it’s about handcuffing the very men and women who protect our nation from illegal immigration and dangerous elements, echoing the “Abolish ICE” cry of the far-left.
Thankfully, true American patriots in the Republican party, like Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, saw through this charade. They rightly expressed skepticism, prioritizing preventing a shutdown and rejecting the Democrats’ anti-police advocacy. While the temporary two-week punt on DHS funding means more negotiations are ahead, it’s clear the fight for secure borders and effective law enforcement will continue. We must remain vigilant against these woke policies that seek to dismantle our national security infrastructure, and instead rally behind leaders like President Trump who put America First and support those who keep us safe.
