The Democrats keep doing themselves no favors. Their radicalism is out of the bag.
And now a top U.S. Senate Democrat has dropped jaws with this disturbing statement on illegal immigration.
Trump’s Border Triumph Faces Democratic Resistance as Schumer Dodges Funding Fight
The Trump administration’s relentless push for a secure southern border is gaining momentum, but Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer seems determined to avoid the conversation altogether. During a recent press conference, Schumer sidestepped a direct question about supporting new border security funding, choosing instead to attack the Republican budget proposal that’s paving the way for President Trump’s immigration priorities. His evasion signals a deeper Democratic reluctance to engage with an issue where the administration has already delivered undeniable results.
The Republican budget resolution, which passed both the House and Senate, allocates up to $175 billion for immigration enforcement—an investment aimed at completing the border wall, hiring more Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, and expanding detention facilities for illegal migrants. Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham has championed the plan, emphasizing its role in solidifying Trump’s vision for a safer, more controlled border. The resolution lays the foundation for a forthcoming bill that will fund these efforts while advancing other key Trump agenda items.
Under Trump’s leadership, the southern border has seen a remarkable transformation. A White House fact sheet notes that Border Patrol recorded just over 7,000 encounters in March—a staggering drop of roughly 130,000 from the same month in 2024 under President Joe Biden. This dramatic reduction showcases the effectiveness of Trump’s policies, which prioritize enforcement and deterrence over the open-border approaches of the past. The numbers don’t lie: the administration is delivering on its promise to restore order at the border.
Yet, despite these successes, ICE faces a $2 billion budget shortfall this fiscal year, a challenge that could hinder the agency’s ability to carry out Trump’s deportation agenda. White House border czar Tom Homan and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem are pushing for additional resources to ensure ICE can operate at full strength. Their requests underscore the administration’s commitment to not just maintaining but accelerating progress on immigration enforcement—a priority that resonates with millions of Americans concerned about national security.
Schumer, however, appears more interested in derailing the conversation than addressing the funding needs. When pressed on whether he supported new border security spending, he pivoted to a broad critique of the Republican budget. “Look the bottom line is very simple — their overall budget is awful and it has huge cuts to Medicaid, to SNAP, to housing, to veterans up and across the board, even cuts on Social Security when they indirectly hurt it to give tax breaks to billionaires,” Schumer said. “It’s a terrible budget and we’re going to fight it tooth and nail — the whole thing.” His remarks conveniently ignore the specifics of the border security measures and lean heavily on fearmongering about entitlement programs.
President Trump has been crystal clear: he will not sign any legislation that slashes benefits for Americans relying on key programs like Social Security or Medicaid. Furthermore, budget reconciliation rules explicitly prevent Congress from altering Social Security—a fact acknowledged by Democratic Rep. Brendan Boyle, the ranking member of the House Budget Committee. The Democrats’ narrative that Republicans are out to “gut” these programs is a tired tactic, and one that’s easily debunked by the administration’s commitment to protecting eligible recipients.
House Speaker Mike Johnson reinforced this point during a joint press conference with Senate Majority Leader John Thune. “The Democrats are out right now trying to make hay out of the fact that we’re going to gut Medicaid and all these other things, is simply not true,” Johnson said. “We’re going to protect the essential programs for everybody who’s eligible to receive those. And you’ll see that reflected in the final bill.” Johnson’s clarity stands in stark contrast to Schumer’s obfuscation, offering reassurance that the Republican budget aligns with Trump’s pledge to prioritize everyday Americans.
Beyond border security, the Republican budget resolution also strengthens national defense with additional spending and boosts domestic energy production by authorizing new oil and gas lease sales. It even paves the way for a permanent extension of Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts, which unleashed economic growth and put more money in the pockets of working families. These measures demonstrate a comprehensive approach to governance—one that balances security, prosperity, and fiscal responsibility.
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso didn’t hold back in calling out Democrats for their opposition to the border security funding. “When it came to the floor … Senate Democrats voted unanimously against border security,” Barrasso said on the Senate floor. “One after another, as their names were called, voted ‘No’. They weren’t going to secure the border. They weren’t interested. They wanted to leave it wide open and continue to invite in the criminal cartels and the drug dealers.” His words capture the frustration of many who see Democratic resistance as a refusal to acknowledge the progress made under Trump.
Barrasso went further, accusing Democrats of clinging to the failed policies of the past. “For four years, Senate Democrats welcomed open borders policies that left our communities vulnerable,” he said. “Democrats in this body last week still support those reckless, irresponsible policies of open borders.” The contrast between the Trump administration’s results-driven approach and the Democrats’ apparent indifference couldn’t be starker.
The Democrats’ track record on immigration enforcement offers little to inspire confidence. In January, only 12 Senate Democrats supported the Laken Riley Act, a bill requiring federal immigration authorities to detain illegal migrants accused of various crimes. Schumer himself opposed the legislation, citing vague “deficiencies in the bill.” His reluctance to back even targeted enforcement measures raises questions about whether Democrats are serious about addressing the consequences of illegal immigration.
As the Trump administration continues to rack up wins on border security, the American people are watching closely. The Republican budget resolution represents a step toward sustaining and expanding those victories, from finishing the wall to empowering ICE to do its job. Schumer’s refusal to engage directly on the issue suggests Democrats would rather play political games than confront the reality of a border now under control thanks to Trump’s leadership.
🚨🇺🇸CHUCK SCHUMER: OUR GOAL IS CITIZENSHIP FOR ALL 11M UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS
"The only way we're going to have a great future in America is if we welcome and embrace immigrants, the dreamers, and all of them.
Our ultimate goal is to help the dreamers but also create a path… pic.twitter.com/K3HVPvYBt5
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) September 5, 2024
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