The Democrat Party is simply in disarray. There’s no telling if they’ll ever be able to recover.
And a leading Democrat just betrayed their party by making this stunning announcement.
Democrats’ Misplaced Priorities: The Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
In a surprising turn of events, U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar, a Texas Democrat with deep roots in the Latino community, has publicly criticized his party’s focus on defending an illegal immigrant with alleged ties to the notorious MS-13 gang. Cuellar’s candid remarks highlight a growing tension within the Democratic Party, as some members rally around a controversial figure while others question the political and moral implications of such advocacy.
Cuellar, whose 28th district stretches from the suburbs of San Antonio to the Rio Grande, spoke out on the Brian Kilmeade Show on Fox News Radio, distancing himself from the party’s support for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a 29-year-old Salvadoran deported to a prison in El Salvador in March 2025.
“This is not the right issue to talk about due process,” Cuellar stated firmly. “This is not the right case. This is not the right person to be saying that we need to bring him back to the United States.”
Abrego Garcia has emerged as a polarizing figure, championed by progressive lawmakers and certain media outlets who have described him as a “Maryland man” while closely following his legal saga. Yet, this attention has often sidelined the stories of victims harmed by crimes committed by undocumented immigrants.
Homeland Security officials have linked Abrego Garcia to MS-13, a gang infamous for its brutality, and allege his involvement in human trafficking. His finger tattoos, authorities say, are symbols of his gang affiliation. Court documents also reveal a protective order granted to his wife following claims of domestic violence, though she later withdrew those allegations.
Despite two deportation orders, Abrego Garcia’s supporters argue he was denied “due process,” pointing to his 2025 deportation as an “administrative error.” Some Democratic lawmakers have gone so far as to visit him in his Salvadoran prison, framing his case as a matter of justice.
Cuellar, however, sees this as a misstep. Representing a heavily Latino district and drawing on his own family’s immigrant heritage—his father immigrated from Mexico—Cuellar warns that such advocacy risks alienating voters.
“People were saying, ‘Our parents came in the legal way. They came in, became legal residents,’ and, ‘They came in and did it the right way.’ But when you see people jumping in, not knowing who they are. That’s something wrong,” he told Kilmeade.
Cuellar’s critique extends beyond this single case. He has expressed support for some of President Trump’s border security measures, emphasizing the need for stronger enforcement.
He praised efforts to involve Mexico more actively in preventing illegal crossings, noting, “The president has gotten Mexico to engage a lot more, if he can get them to play defense on their under 20-yard line instead of our 1-yard line called the U.S. border, then the better it is.” His stance challenges earlier Democratic assertions that the border is sufficiently secure, signaling a pragmatic approach grounded in the concerns of his constituents.
The fixation on Abrego Garcia’s case raises deeper questions about the Democratic Party’s priorities. While some lawmakers pour energy into defending an individual with alleged criminal ties, countless Americans face pressing domestic challenges.
Families struggling to make ends meet or communities grappling with opioid addiction receive far less attention than a single deported immigrant. This contrast fuels perceptions that the party is out of touch with the everyday struggles of its voters.
Moreover, the vocal support for Abrego Garcia overlooks the pain of victims affected by crimes linked to illegal immigration. Families who have lost loved ones to violence or communities terrorized by gang activity find little solace in arguments about “due process” for someone with a documented history of troubling behavior.
By prioritizing this case, some Democrats risk appearing indifferent to the safety and well-being of their constituents, particularly those in border regions like Cuellar’s district, where the consequences of lax enforcement are felt most acutely.
Cuellar’s willingness to break ranks with his party serves as a wake-up call. His district, rich with immigrant heritage, likely values the rule of law and respects the sacrifices of those who pursued legal pathways to citizenship.
By championing a figure like Abrego Garcia, Democrats not only undermine their credibility but also divert resources and attention from urgent domestic issues. As Americans grapple with economic uncertainty and social challenges, the party’s focus on a single controversial case sends a troubling message: the rights of a criminal illegal immigrant may matter more than the needs of struggling citizens at home.
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