It seems like we live in a world where the border crisis only matters depending on who’s sitting in the Oval Office. In the recent years when Joe Biden has held the reins, the border situation has transformed into a substantial problem, all while turning a blind eye to those affected the most: American citizens. Victor Avila, a retired ICE agent, seems to have nailed it with the observation that no one is as worried about the border now as when Donald Trump was president. It’s almost like flipping a switch in the hypocrisy department. The cries of outrage tend to flow only when it’s politically advantageous for certain individuals in the political sphere.

Now, let’s talk numbers. Avila himself has confronted the reality of the situation a couple of months ago in Eagle Pass, where he witnessed the grim side of the open border policy. Imagine being crammed in a space with 12,000 others, surely a feat that could rival any overcrowded concert. And yet, some folks stay silent. The touchy subject of border facilities seems to turn into a kaleidoscope of shifting opinions based on party lines rather than facts on the ground. It’s almost as if the concern for humanitarian conditions is on a hiatus, waiting for the next political shift.

While American citizens are left to deal with the aftermath of unchecked immigration, the finger-pointing from the left continues. Blaming everything from small scaly swamp creatures to everyone else but the actual perpetrators has become a favorite pastime. They often neglect to remember those directly involved – the victims and the law-abiding citizens. The idea of prioritizing Americans seems almost archaic to them. Perhaps the comedic yet sad part is how they skirt around real issues, like Floridian concentration camps during the Trump era, yet seem unfazed by the scorching facilities under the current administration.

It’s interesting to note the dramatic rise in attacks on ICE agents, highlighting the dangers they face while carrying out their duties. These agents are now facing a staggering 700% increase in attacks. Retired agent Avila has shared firsthand experience of dodging threats throughout his career, emphasizing that it’s not merely physical confrontations that ICE agents brave; they have to endure psychological warfare as well. Now, doxing and threatening agents’ families have become part of the new normal. Yet, amid these alarming statistics, accountability remains as elusive as ever.

Ultimately, it seems the only solution lies in holding offenders accountable for their actions. Protecting those who risk their lives daily to enforce the law should always be a priority, rather than relegated to fleeting political obligations. Again, it’s about recognizing that assault comes in various forms, not just the kind seen in action-packed blockbusters. Let’s hope that real solutions come to the forefront, setting aside the comical hypocrisy for a moment and bringing the focus back to common sense. Otherwise, this border saga will just move on as another chapter devoid of resolution in the American political playbook.