Once upon a time on live television, a curious event occurred that stuck out like a sore thumb – kind of like opening a dusty, decrepit vault only to find it filled with just dirt. Yes, that’s right – the now-infamous opening of Al Capone’s vault by none other than the TV legend Geraldo Rivera. Fast forward a few decades, and Rivera makes another splash on live television, debating criminal alien immigration on a popular news show. This time, his vault was the debate topic: what exactly does “illegal” mean? Unlike Al Capone’s sealed stash, the answer here should’ve been open and shut.
To the surprise of many, the debate unfolded similar to a one-sided arm wrestling contest. Geraldo argued that the only crime of most illegal immigrants was entering the country unlawfully, emphasizing they caused less trouble than the average Joe. But here’s the kicker: their very presence without permission does break the law. Asking, “What does illegal mean?” was akin to asking if fish can swim – there’s really not much room for debate on the facts there.
But Rivera didn’t stop there, venturing deep into the realm of Puerto Rican confusion. He claimed that Puerto Ricans are being harassed by immigration officials, even though they are American citizens. But just like scoring goals in your own net, this argument didn’t quite stick. Of course, Puerto Ricans have American passports and can’t be deported to the United States – they’re already home. This part of the discussion ended up being as tangled as earphones shoved in a pocket.
As if the debate rollercoaster wasn’t enough, Rivera also touched upon the mask-wearing habits of ICE agents. Now, anyone in a job tracking dangerous criminals might want a mask tucked into their toolbox. Rivera questioned why ICE agents wore masks when other law enforcement didn’t, but the answer is straightforward: it’s about safety in the dangerous world of immigration enforcement. It seems like masks are more about facing danger than mystery or secrecy.
Ultimately, it seems Geraldo found himself in yet another live TV predicament, similar to opening an empty vault. While his mustache may be legendary, and his TV tenure impressive, this debate seemed more like a scene out of a comedy show, complete with a generous sprinkle of head-scratching moments. Perhaps next time, Geraldo will stick to simpler topics – like discussing mustache grooming tips instead of immigration intricacies.
