Ted Cruz Criticizes Democrats for Supporting MS-13 Member

Senator Ted Cruz from Texas has taken aim at Democrats, referring to them as “Crazy Town” for their defense of MS-13 gang member Kilmar Abrego Garcia and other illegal immigrants. Cruz suggested that many Democrats appear to suffer from what he called a “Trump dropout syndrome.”

His remarks followed a trip made by several Democrats, including Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen, to El Salvador to advocate for Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. This comes just ahead of an arrest of Newark, New Jersey’s Mayor Ras Baraka.

“It’s a puzzling political choice by the Democrats,” Cruz stated. “They seem to have taken a stance as the party that supports illegal immigrants and gang members.”

“Most Americans would prefer not to see more gang members and violent offenders in our country,” he added, lamenting the shift in Democratic priorities toward illegal immigration and gang affiliations.

Cruz raised concerns about the implications of Democrats defending individuals associated with violent crime, questioning their motivations. He expressed disbelief over the seeming prioritization of the rights of illegal aliens over the safety of U.S. citizens. While some Democrats claim Abrego Garcia is innocent and was mistakenly deported, there are substantial allegations linking him to the MS-13 gang.

Abrego Garcia was arrested in Hyattville, Maryland, in October 2019, where law enforcement identified him as an MS-13 member. Furthermore, the Federal Immigration Court in Baltimore determined that he posed a risk to the public, justifying his detention.

Recent documentation reveals that Abrego Garcia’s wife has accused him of severe abuse, adding another layer to the controversy surrounding his case. A Supreme Court ruling upheld a lower court’s directive for the Trump administration to facilitate his return, albeit amidst ongoing debates regarding his status.

Attorney General Pam Bondy spoke on the administrative challenges regarding Abrego Garcia’s potential reinstatement, pointing out that it would ultimately be up to El Salvador if they wish to repatriate him.

When questioned about the incident by Fox News Digital, Van Hollen defended his actions, emphasizing the need for legal processes to address such issues while maintaining a focus on constitutional rights.