(PatriotNews.net) – After Biden’s border disaster led to 10.7 million illegal crossings, Trump’s pick for Border Chief, Rodney Scott, secured Senate confirmation despite Democrats’ unanimous opposition in a sign of the bitter political divide over how to handle America’s immigration crisis.
At a Glance
- Rodney Scott was confirmed as CBP Commissioner with a tight 51-46 vote, with all Democrats voting against him
- Scott served as Border Patrol chief during Trump’s first term before being let go by Biden in August 2021
- With 29 years of experience, Scott is the first to rise from entry-level Border Patrol agent to Commissioner
- Scott plans to continue border wall construction and strengthen enforcement policies that were successful during Trump’s first term
- Under Biden’s administration, CBP encountered over 10.7 million illegal border crossers—more than any two-term presidency
From Border Agent to Border Chief
After years of Biden’s open-border catastrophe, it’s refreshing to see someone who actually understands border security back in charge. Rodney Scott’s confirmation as Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection marks a return to sanity at our southern border. With over 29 years of experience starting from the ground up as a GS-5 Border Patrol agent trainee in 1992, Scott brings authentic field experience rather than academic theories about immigration. His confirmation, with a 51-46 vote split perfectly along party lines, shows just how determined Democrats are to continue their border disaster that has flooded our country with millions of unvetted foreign nationals.
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“Rodney served nearly three decades in the Border Patrol, building vast experience and knowledge in Law Enforcement and Border Security. Rodney served as the 24th Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, where he implemented Remain-in-Mexico, Title 42, Safe Third Agreements, and achieved record low levels of illegal immigration.” – Trump
Fixing Biden’s Border Disaster
The facts speak for themselves: under Biden’s watch, CBP encountered more than 10.7 million people attempting to enter our country illegally—more than under any two-term administration in history. This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a national security nightmare that has strained resources across every state while American citizens foot the bill through skyrocketing inflation, housing shortages, and overburdened schools and hospitals. Scott’s return to leadership couldn’t come at a more critical time, as he brings proven solutions that actually worked during Trump’s first term, including the widely successful “Remain in Mexico” policy that Democrats couldn’t wait to dismantle.
“We’ll continue to build out the border wall system. We’ll continue to build out the technology, but we’ll also make sure that we work with the U.S. Attorney’s Office so that there are consequences to violating laws in the United States.” – Scott
It’s no surprise that Democrats lined up in opposition to Scott’s nomination. When your party’s electoral strategy depends on importing potential voters and destabilizing American sovereignty, the last thing you want is a competent border chief who might actually enforce our laws. Senator Ron Wyden’s desperate attempts to smear Scott’s character over a 2010 incident that resulted in a settlement speak volumes about the left’s priorities—protect illegal immigrants at all costs while demonizing the men and women who protect our borders.
America First Border Security
As head of the largest law enforcement organization in America with over 65,000 employees managing 328 ports of entry, Scott now has the monumental task of reversing years of intentional border destruction. CBP not only facilitates $4 trillion in legitimate trade annually but must now rebuild credibility after years of being handcuffed by Biden administration policies that effectively turned our Border Patrol into a glorified Uber service for cartel human trafficking operations. With an $18.5 billion budget, Scott has the resources—what he needed was the authority, which he now has.
“I’m honored that the United States Senate has confirmed me, and I want to thank President Trump and Secretary Noem for their trust and unwavering leadership. I started my career on the front lines, and now I am ready to lead my CBP family with integrity and a clear mission to defend our sovereignty, enforce the law, and put America first.” – Rodney Scott
The left’s unanimous opposition to Scott reveals their true agenda—they don’t want border security; they want border theater that gives the appearance of action while allowing millions to pour in unchecked. Scott’s confirmation is a victory not just for the Trump administration but for every American citizen who believes nations should have borders and laws should be enforced. After years of watching our southern border become a turnstile for the world, it’s about time we had leadership that puts American sovereignty first.
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