Politicians love to promise the moon and deliver a handful of dust. We’ve heard countless speeches about fixing America’s problems, only to watch those same issues get worse year after year.
When it comes to border security, Americans have grown tired of empty words and failed policies. For years, conservatives warned about the dangers of open borders while being labeled as fearmongers.
But now, a shocking admission has come from an unexpected source. Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson, who served under President Obama, recently acknowledged what many Americans already knew about President Trump’s border policies.
From ‘Breitbart’:
On Wednesday’s broadcast of the Fox News Channel’s “Fox & Friends,” former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson stated that “If President Trump said, I’ve secured the border, that would be a legitimate statement to make” due to how low the numbers at the border are…
“If President Trump said, I’ve secured the border, that would be a legitimate statement to make, because the numbers now are the lowest in recorded history.”
Johnson made this stunning statement during an appearance on Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” while discussing the current state of the southern border. The former Obama cabinet member didn’t mince words when comparing Trump’s border success to the previous administration.
According to Johnson, border crossings are down to approximately 12,000 per month – a dramatic drop from the Biden administration, which sometimes saw that many crossings in a single day. Let that sink in: what used to happen daily now takes an entire month.
A Matter of National Security
Johnson’s comments came amid discussions about the recent arrests of Iranian nationals with potential ties to terrorist organizations like Hezbollah and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
“The presence in this country of undocumented migrants or Iranian nationals who have links to Hezbollah, IRGC is, in my judgment, a domestic law enforcement concern of the highest magnitude,” Johnson stated.
This acknowledgment highlights what conservatives have long argued: border security isn’t just about immigration – it’s about keeping Americans safe from those who wish to do harm. The Trump administration’s policies are proving effective at addressing both concerns.
Democrats Can’t Deny the Results
When a high-ranking Democrat official admits a Republican president has successfully secured the border, it speaks volumes. Johnson’s frank assessment cuts through partisan talking points and focuses on measurable results.
For years, the media and Democrat politicians criticized Trump’s approach to border security. They called his policies cruel, unnecessary, and ineffective. Now, with border crossings at historic lows and even former Democrat officials acknowledging the success, those criticisms ring hollow.
America Safer Under Strong Border Policies
The stark contrast between administrations couldn’t be clearer. Under Biden, the border saw record-breaking numbers of illegal crossings month after month. Law enforcement was overwhelmed, communities were strained, and dangerous individuals slipped through the cracks.
Now, with Trump back in the White House, order has been restored. The message is clear: America welcomes legal immigrants but won’t tolerate lawlessness at our borders.
Even Johnson sees potential in this moment, suggesting Trump could use his position of strength to pursue broader immigration reform. “Just like a Nixon goes to China moment,” Johnson explained, Trump “is in a position to bring along a lot of Republicans and Democrats” on immigration policy.
When your political opponents start admitting you’re right, you know you’re winning. Trump promised to secure the border, and by all accounts – even from former Obama officials – he’s delivered. Sometimes, results speak so loudly that even your critics can’t help but hear them.
Key Takeaways
- Former Obama DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson admits Trump has legitimately secured the border with crossings at historic lows.
- Border crossings have plummeted from thousands per day under Biden to just 12,000 per month under Trump.
- Recent arrests of Iranian nationals with potential terrorist ties highlight the national security importance of strong border policies.
- Trump’s success creates an opportunity for comprehensive immigration reform from a position of strength.
Sources: Breitbart
