Defending illegal immigration has become increasingly challenging for Democrats, especially considering that the Biden administration has allowed over 10 million individuals into the country, including an estimated 500,000 with criminal backgrounds. It’s hard to argue that this was a prudent decision, and certainly not something that should be repeated.
The narrative of minimal deportations and lack of actual ICE operations along the border has taken hold. This shift means that individuals—whether impoverished, sick, law-abiding, or criminal—are now aware they can cross into the United States with relative ease. The concepts of deterrence and legitimacy seem to have faded away.
Essentially, it sends a message that if entering the country illegally is acceptable, then remaining undocumented is also permissible. Perhaps even more troubling is the idea that the law might be disregarded simply because the host country has created exceptions for such cases.
Economic lockdowns also had strange consequences. Around 8,000 to 8,500 military personnel were discharged for not taking an experimental mRNA vaccine. Meanwhile, public employees have faced dismissal for similarly refusing government-mandated vaccines. Yet, illegal immigrants appear to have no such restrictions. They crossed borders without regard for vaccinations or the prevailing COVID-19 landscape, likely believing they were part of a privileged group under the current administration.
During the years from 2021 to 2025, the borders almost became irrelevant, marking one of the most unusual chapters in U.S. immigration history. There was no stringent vetting, health evaluations, or even a proper identification process for the unprecedented wave of newcomers.
This raises questions. Was the intention behind these policies to amplify poverty to expand the welfare state or perhaps cultivate a larger constituency for a stagnant Democratic Party? Were they naively attempting to help millions of impoverished individuals, ultimately complicating matters for the country’s existing disadvantaged populations? Or was there a deeper agenda about numerical demographics, ensuring that the oppressed outnumber the so-called oppressors?
Strangely, as borders became porous and waves of new arrivals surged into the country, there was an eerie silence from the left regarding the upsurge in illegal activity. Citizens found themselves unsure about who these newcomers were or why they were in the U.S.
The Democratic response was perplexing. It’s far easier to dismantle border control than to mend the issues and track down the millions who crossed illegally. While the country had previously asserted that laws didn’t apply to undocumented immigrants, it now insists on strict enforcement before considering their deportation.
There weren’t protests when ICE was hampered by unlawful activities. Yet, now that there’s a push to reestablish lawfulness, it faces widespread backlash.
This widespread negation of immigration laws has affected public sentiment. Anger toward illegal immigrants is starting to extend to those who are legally documented. Current discontent could soon halt all legal immigration too.
Why is this happening?
For one, we’re experiencing a significant demographic shift. The foreign-born population is nearing 50 to 55 million, accounting for about 16 percent of the total populace. Secondly, core principles like assimilation, integration, and acculturation are being questioned more than ever, which is ironic given that these tenets are essential during such transformative times.
The DEI narrative has served to undermine traditional measures of civic education and social melting pot dynamics. The left has been promoting a rather outlandish notion—that a diverse group of immigrants, defined primarily by ethnicity and race, will somehow improve American society. It appears that the longstanding concept of assimilation has been rebranded as “cultural appropriation.”
Additionally, the pressing question is whether millions of legal immigrants are conditioned to feel exempt from adopting a fully American identity. If they identify more with their ethnic tribes rather than as Americans, does that create a disconnect from American customs and obligations?
“Tribal Immigrant”
Under these new dynamics, immigrants might pursue their own isolated communities, focusing on ethnic pride while skirting their responsibilities. If they cling to group identity over individuality, they risk becoming disliked, not just for their actions but for their perceived hypocrisy regarding the very country they sought refuge in.
It’s notable that many seem to have come to America to establish a sanctuary of stability, freedom, and wealth that they couldn’t find in their home countries. However, this pursuit may overshadow their willingness to fully embrace their new home or regard their pasts as merely peripheral to their current identities.
The repercussions of this approach are already visible. For instance, there’s been substantial welfare fraud attributed to Somali immigrants in Minnesota—potentially billions of dollars—prompted by a narrative that emboldened them, echoed by local representatives and allies.
As criminal activities surfaced, reactions from Somali leaders often leaned towards claims of “racism,” with the blame shifted away from those accountable.
In California, illegal alien truck drivers have received at least 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses, which raises serious concerns about their qualifications and experience. These new drivers seem to foster an environment where traffic laws are disregarded, taking advantage of a system that appears indifferent to their violations.
Hatred and Entitlement
Currently, about 1 million international students inhabit the U.S., with many coming from China, India, and the Middle East. Since October 7, protests—some even violent—have erupted nationwide, often met with minimal opposition from university officials.
This growing sentiment has permeated liberal campuses, fostering an atmosphere rife with anti-Semitic rhetoric and sometimes violent demonstrations. Many Middle Eastern students have openly supported hostile movements while simultaneously seeking to establish boundaries against those they deem unwelcome.
They’ve utilized accusations of “Islamophobia” to deflect criticism, while still passionately promoting their causes, which appears hypocritical given their desire to remain in the U.S.
For the countless individuals crossing the southern border, the consequences are dire. Daily, there are stories of tragic incidents linked to undocumented individuals, showcasing violent crimes against American citizens and a cycle of repeated offenses.
In Los Angeles, the sight of both legal and illegal immigrants publicly displaying national symbols—sometimes defiantly—underscores a resistance to return to their home countries, even as they seek permanence in the U.S.
Taken for Suckers
The overarching result of these circumstances has flipped the narrative. The U.S., once regarded as the most hospitable nation, is becoming increasingly wary of immigration at all levels.
Nonetheless, there’s a prevailing sentiment that the current immigrant generation interprets generosity as weakness, taking it for granted rather than valuing it. This creates an unsettling perspective among the American populace, who feel that their goodwill is being exploited rather than appreciated.
Something must give.
