An off-duty Border Patrol agent was shot in the face during a robbery in New York City. The attacker was an illegal immigrant from the Dominican Republic with an active kidnapping warrant. This violent crime highlights the deadly consequences of failed liberal policies on immigration and sanctuary cities.

The criminal entered our country illegally and should have been deported long ago. Instead, he roamed free in New York City thanks to reckless sanctuary policies. These laws protect dangerous criminals instead of hardworking Americans.

Democratic leaders like Hakeem Jeffries tried to blame President Trump for this tragedy. That’s ridiculous. Trump’s strong deportation policies would have prevented this attack. Democrats care more about criminals than our border agents.

Sanctuary cities have become playgrounds for illegal immigrants who commit crimes. They know liberal cities won’t cooperate with ICE. This puts every American citizen in danger. Our laws should protect citizens first.

Former ICE Director Tom Homan announced a new operation to flood sanctuary cities with immigration agents. He’s right to target these lawless zones. We need to arrest and deport criminal illegals wherever they hide.

Conservatives understand that secure borders save lives. We must deport criminal aliens immediately and end sanctuary city protections. Strong borders aren’t cruel—they’re common sense.

This brave agent nearly died because Democrats put illegal immigrants ahead of our law enforcement. Every shooting like this is a direct result of weak border policies. Americans deserve safety.

We must elect leaders who will deport criminal aliens and secure the border. Policies that protect Americans aren’t optional—they’re essential for our nation’s survival. Stand with those who defend our borders.