(TheProudRepublic.com) – In a major victory for the GOP, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem received key endorsements from Senator Rand Paul and the National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) for her nomination as Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS).
Such endorsements signaled a strong commitment to border security and immigration enforcement in the anticipated Trump administration.
Paul’s push for swift confirmation of Noem, coupled with widespread support from law enforcement groups, underscores the urgency to address the ongoing border crisis.
NBPC President Paul Perez has taken the extraordinary step of writing to Senators Gary Peters and Rand Paul, urging them to expedite Noem’s confirmation process.
Governor Noem’s track record on border security is impressive. She was the first governor to deploy National Guard personnel to the Texas border, demonstrating her commitment to combating illegal immigration.
Her involvement in Texas’ “Operation Lone Star” has further solidified her reputation as a leader who takes decisive action on border issues.
Senator Rand Paul, recognizing the critical nature of the position, has pledged to prioritize Noem’s confirmation.
“My first order of business will be getting her confirmed, and I plan on trying to do that either the day of the inauguration or that week,” Paul stated.
“Governor Noem is a seasoned leader who knows how to get things done – not only as chief executive of her home state but also in Washington, DC, where she served with distinction and integrity in the U.S. House of Representatives,” President Perez stated.
Moreover, the anticipated Trump administration is set to reinitiate a large-scale deportation program focusing on illegal aliens with criminal backgrounds.
This aligns perfectly with Trump’s proven track record on immigration and border security from his previous term.
The plan includes using all available federal and state powers to target illegal criminals, drug dealers, and human traffickers.
Noem has consistently demonstrated her commitment to border security by repeatedly sending South Dakota National Guard troops to the southern border.
She has described the border situation as a “warzone,” emphasizing the need for immediate and decisive action.
“The border is a warzone, so we’re sending soldiers. These soldiers’ primary mission will be construction of a wall to stem the flow of illegal immigrants, drug cartels, and human trafficking into the United States of America,” Noem remarked.
While Senator Paul supports Noem’s nomination, he has expressed reservations about using military forces for deportation efforts.
Instead, he advocates for a police enforcement domestic agency to handle these sensitive operations.
This nuanced approach ensures that proper legal procedures are followed while still maintaining a firm stance on illegal immigration.
President-elect Trump’s team has made it clear that they intend to enforce strict deportation measures, even if home countries refuse to accept deportees.
This hardline approach echoes Trump’s first-term policies, which saw illegals sent to Guatemala if their home countries refused them – a practice temporarily paused during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As Noem begins meeting with Senate lawmakers to gather support for her confirmation, it is clear that her appointment as Secretary of Homeland Security would mark a significant shift towards stronger border enforcement and immigration control.
With the backing of influential figures like Senator Rand Paul and crucial law enforcement groups, Noem’s confirmation could be the key to finally securing America’s borders and restoring law and order to the immigration system.
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