Posted on 05/31/2026 11:46:48 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
This video features commentary by Benny Johnson regarding a recent ruling by the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals related to Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4). The discussion highlights the following key points:
The Ruling: The Fifth Circuit court granted Texas an appeal that effectively lifts a temporary injunction, allowing the state to move forward with enforcing SB4 (2:50-3:08). Enforcement Powers: Proponents, including the future Texas Attorney General Maize Middleton, argue that this law empowers state and local law enforcement to arrest and deport individuals suspected of illegal entry, bypassing federal barriers that had previously stalled such actions (2:30-2:44, 7:48-8:13).
Political Context: The segment frames this as a significant "white pill" or victory for border security advocates, contrasting Texas's proactive stance against what is described as the failure of federal immigration policies during the previous administration (1:59-2:06, 3:36-3:48).
State vs. Federal Authority: The video emphasizes that this ruling allows Texas to exercise its state sovereignty to repel illegal migration, framing it as a model that other "red states" should adopt nationwide (5:51-6:19).
Legal Status Note: While the video celebrates this as a definitive victory, it is important to note that the legal status of SB4 remains subject to ongoing federal court proceedings and challenges. Recent reports indicate that while the Fifth Circuit has cleared the way for immediate enforcement, the broader constitutionality of state-level immigration authority versus federal jurisdiction remains a contested and evolving issue. Court clears way for Texas to enforce migrant arrest law Reuters
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I dont understand why this is even a question?
Every governor has the authority (and duty, which just about every one, even TX at times, has not bothered to do) to secure their state borders for safety of its Citizens. Especially if Fed hasnt been securing country borders and means of access (which has been all the decades of my life except some of Trump years).
That would include making sure illegals/non Members of the state dont come in and roam around or pass through to other states.
There’s nothing quite like the “ku-chunk” sound of the catapult followed by the Doppler fade of their screaming as they soar over the Rio Grande.
Really a trebuchet is preferred. Much better range.
Am loving the deportations …..
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