Democratic Senate candidate attends event where undocumented immigrants were advised on avoiding law enforcement, raising concerns over legal compliance and immigration policy alignment.
Rep. Colin Allred, the Democratic nominee for the Texas Senate seat currently held by Sen. Ted Cruz, has come under fire for his involvement in a campaign event that distributed “Know Your Rights Cards” to help illegal immigrants evade law enforcement and potential deportation.
The cards, produced by the Immigrant Legal Resource Center, which is backed by George Soros’ Open Society Foundations, provide instructions on how to avoid immigration agents and what to do if they show up at your door.
The cards advise individuals not to open the door if an immigration agent is knocking, not to answer any questions, and not to sign anything. They also suggest asking the agent if you are free to leave if you are outside of your home. The distribution of these cards has raised concerns about Allred’s stance on border security and immigration policies.
Allred has a history of voting against stronger border security measures, including missing a recent House vote on the issue. When asked about his absence, he told CBS News that he would not have voted for the legislation had he been present. This has led many to question his commitment to addressing the migrant crisis at the Texas border, which has seen millions of illegal immigrants enter the country under President Joe Biden’s immigration policies.
“DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent,” says another.
The distribution of these cards has sparked controversy and raised questions about the Democratic Party’s stance on immigration and border security. Critics argue that these cards are effectively aiding and abetting illegal immigration and undermining the rule of law. Supporters, on the other hand, see them as a necessary resource to protect the rights of vulnerable individuals and families.
The Immigrant Legal Resource Center, which produced the cards, has a history of advocating for open borders and opposing immigration enforcement. The group has received funding from George Soros’ Open Society Foundations, which has been a major supporter of progressive causes and has been accused of promoting a radical agenda.
The Texas Senate race is heating up, and Allred’s involvement in this event is likely to be a key issue in the campaign. Sen. Ted Cruz has been a vocal critic of the Biden administration’s immigration policies and has called for stronger border security measures. Allred’s opponent, Republican candidate Pete Flores, has also criticized the distribution of these cards, saying that they are “encouraging illegal behavior” and “undermining the rule of law.”
The migrant crisis at the Texas border continues to be a pressing issue, with thousands of illegal immigrants crossing the border every day. The distribution of these cards has raised concerns that the Democratic Party is more interested in protecting illegal immigrants than in addressing the crisis and securing the border.
In response to the criticism, Allred’s campaign has issued a statement saying that the cards were distributed by a third-party organization and that Allred does not support illegal immigration. However, this has done little to quell the controversy, and many are calling for Allred to take a stronger stance on border security and immigration enforcement.
