Making Border Security A Top Priority (Sen. John Cornyn)
President Obama’s announcement that he will be directing additional federal agents and devoting greater resources toward securing our border with Mexico is an important first step. President Obama’s announcement shows they not only heard my concerns but also understood the urgency needed to address this critical national security issue.
Engaging and assisting our local and state officials must be a fundamental component of any comprehensive border security strategy and I believe the President’s plan is a step in the right direction. I am hopeful this announcement signals a broader plan for securing the Southwest border and preventing cartel violence from spilling over into the U.S. Our attention to and assistance for communities along the border and President Calderon must be proactive, sustained, and seamless.
I am proud of the Texas communities and local law enforcement already fighting the spread of drug-related violence along our border, and pleased that additional help is now on the way to support the critical mission of protecting our border communities.