Democrats’ open-border policies and the influx of illegal immigration have effectively made every state and community a border town. The repercussions of this reality hit home in my home state of Maryland with the recent case of Ervin Jeovany Alfaro-Lopez, a Maryland church teacher charged with sexually assaulting multiple children. Alfaro-Lopez, a repeat offender who entered the country illegally multiple times, committed abhorrent acts against innocent children, leaving a trail of trauma and devastation in his wake.
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by lax immigration policies and the failure of Democrats to prioritize the safety of American communities. Despite being ordered to be deported, Alfaro-Lopez was able to evade justice and continue preying on vulnerable people. His ability to exploit loopholes in our immigration system highlights the urgent need for stronger border security measures to protect our communities from such atrocities.
Yet even in the face of mounting evidence linking illegal immigration to crime, Democrats such as Rep. David Trone (D-MD) persist in their unwavering support for open borders. Trone’s recent claim that illegal immigrants should have the same constitutional rights as citizens, for example, is not only misguided but also dangerous. By advocating policies that enable criminals such as Alfaro-Lopez to evade detection and continue victimizing innocent people, Democrats are failing in their duty to uphold the rule of law and protect our communities.
The surge in criminal noncitizen encounters reported by U.S. Customs and Border Protection is a direct consequence of failed immigration policies that prioritize the interests of illegal immigrants over those of law-abiding citizens. Democrats must acknowledge the reality of the situation and join forces with Republicans to address the crisis at our southern border. This means investing in robust border security measures, supporting our border agents, and implementing sensible immigration reforms that prioritize national security and public safety.
Securing our borders is not about demonizing immigrants but about safeguarding our communities from harm. The alarming 340% increase in apprehensions of dangerous illegal immigrants with criminal records at the border, as reported by CBP, underscores the urgency of the situation. This is not just about statistics or political posturing — it’s about protecting our communities from real and immediate threats. The case of Alfaro-Lopez serves as a chilling reminder of what happens when we prioritize political agendas over the safety of our children and communities.
Trone’s unwavering support for these reckless policies has cost Maryland families the lives of their loved ones. The Democrats running to replace him share these same reckless policies that have endangered our communities and must be held accountable.
This is not a matter of partisanship. It’s a matter of basic human decency.
Everyone has the right to feel safe and secure in their own communities, regardless of their political affiliation. And every community deserves to feel safe and protected, regardless of its proximity to the border.
Our families, friends, neighbors, and country deserve nothing less. Democrats must step up and do what’s right for the safety and security of our nation. The stakes are too high to ignore, and the consequences of inaction are too grave to contemplate.
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Neil Parrott is a father, husband, coach, and small-business owner and served for three terms as a state delegate in Maryland’s General Assembly. He is running for Congress in Maryland’s 6th Congressional District.