Trump’s border strategy exposes myths about posse comitatus



Our military was not built for urban renewal projects in Kabul or to referee Sunni versus Shia conflicts in Baghdad. Its primary purpose is to protect our country from foreign invaders. If the military cannot be deployed to address the millions of people strategically funneled into the country by ruthless drug cartels — cartels that are killing hundreds of thousands of Americans with fentanyl — then what purpose does it serve? The fact that these individuals do not remain near the border does not transform mass removals into a domestic law enforcement issue; it remains a matter of national defense.

Many in the media shout, “Posse comitatus!” as if invoking it magically prohibits the military from addressing the invasion, attempting to sound legally astute. Some Republicans, such as libertarian-leaning Rand Paul of Kentucky, express concern over the “optics” of using the military for mass deportations. While cutting off employment and benefit incentives would likely eliminate the need for mass deportations by encouraging many to leave on their own, we cannot legally preclude the military’s use based on a flawed interpretation of the law.

Prudence or 'optics' should not mislead us into spreading misinformation about the legal authority we must preserve.

Ulysses S. Grant signed the 1878 Posse Comitatus Act to prevent the military from enforcing domestic Reconstruction-era laws against American citizens in the South without explicit authorization from Congress. But repelling an invasion at the border — or within the nation’s interior — is precisely the kind of mission our founders envisioned for the military. Article IV, Section 4 of the Constitution obliges the federal government to protect states against invasion. We owe this to border states like Arizona and Texas, as well as every state impacted by illegal migration.

Article IV, Section 4 should serve as the constitutional exception to the Posse Comitatus Act prohibition on military enforcement. The Constitution itself expressly authorizes federal action to secure the nation from invasion, making this a legitimate use of the military in the face of an ongoing crisis.

Even without the constitutional provision, the law itself only prohibits the military from enforcing domestic laws targeting Americans, such as tax laws or traffic regulations, under the direction of local marshals. This prohibition stems from the term “posse comitatus,” which means “the power of the county.” The 1878 law prevents the military from acting as reinforcements to enforce local laws under the authority of a county sheriff.

The act responded to Attorney General Caleb Cushing’s 1854 opinion during the “Bleeding Kansas” conflict, which held that “every person in the district or county above the age of fifteen years,” including “militia, soldiers, marines,” was part of the posse comitatus and subject to the sheriff or marshal’s commands. As the Congressional Research Service notes, Congress was alarmed by this precedent even before 1878 and attempted to restrict it through an Army appropriations bill, prohibiting the use of the military to enforce territorial law in Kansas.

Under Trump’s proposed plan, however, the military would focus solely on those who invaded the country and enforce national sovereignty laws. Just as states can declare an invasion, the federal government has the authority to treat the 10-million-man border incursion as an invasion. When gangs like Tren de Aragua operate across half the states, their numbers exceed the size of any force America’s founders envisioned threatening the nation during the Constitution’s adoption.

Using the military in this context is entirely legitimate. Labeling it “immigration law” does not transform it into a domestic territorial matter outside the scope of national defense.

During “Operation Wetback,” President Eisenhower deported up to 1.3 million illegal aliens using the U.S. military, including National Guardsmen operating under Title 10 federal orders. The operation was completed within a few months, and no court challenges were filed on the grounds of violating the Posse Comitatus Act. At the time, cartels and transnational gangs posed a far lesser national defense threat than they do today.

The absence of legal challenges stemmed from the fact that deportation is not equivalent to a law enforcement action depriving someone of life, liberty, or property — protections covered under the 1878 act. As the Supreme Court ruled in Fong Yue Ting v. United States (1893):

The order of deportation is not a punishment for crime. It is not a "banishment," in the sense in which that word is often applied to the expulsion of a citizen from his country by way of punishment. It is but a method of enforcing the return to his own country of an alien who has not complied with the conditions upon the performance of which the government of the nation, acting within its constitutional authority and through the proper departments, has determined that his continuing to reside here shall depend. He has not, therefore, been deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process or law, and the provisions of the Constitution securing the right of trial by jury and prohibiting unreasonable searches and seizures and cruel and unusual punishments have no application.

In short, actions not governed by the laws of due process are not subject to the Posse Comitatus Act’s limitations on military use. If the goal were to prosecute and imprison illegal aliens indefinitely, that would constitute a domestic law enforcement action. However, removing individuals who invaded national sovereignty by escorting them across the international border falls squarely within the military’s legal authority.

A large military force going house to house to deport illegal aliens likely won’t be necessary. Cutting off incentives such as employment, identity theft opportunities, welfare benefits, and K-12 education would prompt most to leave voluntarily. State enforcement of laws, combined with state guard units operating under Title 32 (and not subject to the Posse Comitatus Act), in red states would ensure that any encounter with the state leads to removal. This approach would deter illegal immigration, limiting active deportation efforts to targeting criminal aliens. In fact, some illegal immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are already leaving in anticipation of Trump taking office.

Prudence or “optics” should not mislead us into spreading misinformation about the legal authority we must preserve. This is about protecting territorial sovereignty — the very purpose for which America’s founders envisioned a standing army — far more than defending the fragmented territories of warring Islamic capitals.

Biden Admits His DOJ Is Corrupt

President Joe Biden admitted on Sunday that his Department of Justice (DOJ) is “infected” by politics. It’s an admission that’s entirely true — but not for the reasons Biden thinks. Biden issued a blanket pardon for his son Hunter for “offenses against the United States which he has committed or may have committed or taken […]

Hunter’s ‘get out of jail free’ card lands just in the nick of time



Joe Biden has made history — not as a unifier or a statesman, but as the architect of a bold act of corruption in modern American politics. With a single stroke of his pen, Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, covering any wrongdoing from 2014 through December 1, 2024.

This act isn’t a pardon; it’s a blanket immunity deal drafted in the Oval Office.

Joe Biden just spit in the face of every American who believes in the rule of law.

Consider what this means. Tax evasion? Covered. Foreign influence peddling? Covered. Lying on a gun form? Covered. Bribes from China and Ukraine? Covered. Every crime the Biden family faces accusations for and those still unanswered have now been erased. The same justice system that harshly punishes ordinary Americans for such offenses has granted Hunter Biden immunity, courtesy of his father.

This decision isn’t just a slap at the rule of law; it’s a blow to every American who values fairness and accountability.

Let’s be clear: This is a corrupt dynasty shielding itself at all costs. Hunter Biden isn’t just a troubled son; he’s the weakest link in the Biden family empire. Evidence, including Hunter’s infamous laptop and congressional testimony, doesn’t merely implicate him. It points directly to Joe Biden, the “Big Guy” who allegedly received 10% of Hunter’s shady foreign deals.

It’s fair to say Joe Biden didn’t pardon Hunter out of love or moral duty. He did it to protect himself.

Imagine for a moment if Donald Trump had done this. If Trump had issued a sweeping pardon for Don Jr. or Eric, absolving them of past crimes and shielding them from future investigations, Democrats likely would have rioted in the streets. CNN would air round-the-clock coverage of the “death of democracy.” Rachel Maddow might need a fainting couch. The New York Times would call for impeachment before the ink dried.

But when Biden does it? The media shrugs. Where are the op-eds condemning this abuse of power? Where is the outrage from self-proclaimed defenders of democracy?

This isn’t just hypocrisy; it’s complicity. The media, the Democratic Party, and every so-called “independent” institution have revealed themselves as enablers of a corrupt regime.

Let’s not forget what Hunter Biden did. This is a man who failed to pay hundreds of thousands in taxes while profiting from shady foreign deals under the Biden name. He lied on a federal gun application. His laptop — dismissed by Democrats and media allies as “Russian disinformation” — exposed a life of drugs, prostitutes, and influence-peddling.

And yet, thanks to Joe Biden, Hunter won’t spend a single day in jail. In fact, he won’t need to defend himself again in court. Why? Because his father just declared that the rules don’t apply to his family.

But this pardon goes beyond Hunter Biden. It sets a precedent that will haunt this country for generations. Joe Biden has sent a clear message: If you’re politically connected, the law doesn’t matter. If you’re part of the elite, you get a free pass. Meanwhile, the rest of us are expected to follow every rule, pay every tax, and accept every consequence.

It’s a mockery of justice.

The timing of this pardon is no coincidence. Biden knows congressional investigations into his family’s corrupt dealings are closing in. He knows Hunter’s scandals could bring him down. This pardon isn’t just a shield for Hunter; it’s a firewall for Joe. By issuing this sweeping pardon, Joe has effectively blocked any future accountability for his family’s crimes.

But the American people aren’t blind. They see the charade. They recognize the two-tiered justice system that punishes ordinary Americans while allowing elites like Hunter Biden to walk free. And they’re fed up.

The Biden family members believe they’ve secured victory. They think this pardon will shield them from consequences. But they’re mistaken. This isn’t the end — it’s the beginning.

Republicans in Congress must act decisively and without delay. This is no time for half measures. They need to issue subpoenas, hold hearings, and file criminal referrals. The Biden family’s corruption must be fully exposed — not just to achieve justice, but to safeguard the country’s future.

This moment is a turning point. It’s proof that the Democratic Party is beyond corrupt — it’s irredeemably broken. The same party that preaches about equity and fairness has revealed itself as a party of elites, by elites, and for elites.

Joe Biden just spit in the face of every American who believes in the rule of law. He’s dared us to hold him accountable. And if we don’t, the very idea of justice in this country will be little more than a memory.

Cosmic justice: Trump’s transition moves to restore order amid chaos



That feeling you have right now about Donald Trump’s appointment of Jay Bhattacharya to direct the National Institutes of Health is important for reasons that go way beyond health care. It also speaks to how you’ve likely changed in terms of your expectations for governance and citizenship overall. Enough screwing around, right? Get busy living or get busy dying.

To that end, Bhattacharya and Tom Homan, Trump’s would-be border czar, are clearly very different sorts of people. But both have very clear missions to reform that which is utterly broken, and you must remember that when things get hard along the way. The excitement you have right now can’t merely be an emotion. It must be a promise.

What began as people coming to pick berries and shingle roofs to access the American dream has devolved into an unsustainable culture of criminal entitlement.

We will not quit until we are done restoring truth and righteousness to our cause.

To that end, let’s sweep away some of the chaff and head off some nonsense when it comes to immigration. For example, are any mass deportations and wall-building used in the Bible to secure a country’s borders? The answer is yes. But a lot of you who grew up in the era of Hawaiian shirts, pleated khakis, and sweater vests haven’t been taught about that by your pastor.

Thus, loving your neighbors as you love yourself probably doesn’t mean what you think it means. Don’t feel too bad, though. Much of Latin America, for example, where the current pope comes from, was hoodwinked by something called “liberation theology,” which is neo-Marxism in the name of the Lord.

When Ronald Reagan endorsed amnesty for illegal aliens in 1986, many of the people coming to the United States shared a common value system with Americans. They sought to escape hardship and build better lives. What followed, however, was a series of waves of immigration that increasingly rejected the idea of borders as a guarantee of freedom and security. Instead, many began to see borders as something between negotiable and irrelevant, diverging from the values sought by earlier generations of immigrants.

Today, this generational and motivational clash has reached a tipping point. It fueled Trump’s successful presidential campaign, in which he ran on a platform of mass deportations and secured the largest percentage of the Latino vote of any Republican in history.

Why did this happen? Initially, many Hispanic immigrants lacked strong alignment with Democratic values but voted for Democrats out of fear of deportation or losing the chance to reunite their families in the United States. Over time, however, those fears gave way to more immediate concerns. Communities faced the devastating impact of unchecked immigration, including Venezuelan gangs raping women and taking over apartment complexes.

These harsh realities forced a shift in both electoral and existential priorities, fundamentally altering the political landscape in what many see as a moment of cosmic justice.

Earlier this year, the trajectory of the Republican presidential race shifted dramatically with Alvin Bragg’s indictment of Donald Trump. Yet as the year progressed, one of Bragg’s own attorneys witnessed a member of a Venezuelan gang masturbating in public. The irony is staggering. This is the kind of situation that evokes “vengeance is mine, sayeth the Lord” energy, and we must respond by allowing someone like Tom Homan to take decisive action.

Do not be deceived — God will not be mocked. We inevitably reap what we sow. What began as people coming to pick berries, make beds, mow lawns, and shingle roofs to access the American dream has devolved into an unsustainable culture of criminal entitlement. This decline has been fueled by unchecked globalism and the misplaced guilt of woke white suburbanites. It’s the worst version of the “We Are the World” sentiment — one born from ignoring or dismantling the fundamental plumb line of civilization.

That plumb line is the true gospel. No, continuing in sin does not cause grace to abound. No, good does not come from committing evil. Hunger does not justify theft. And it certainly doesn’t justify welfare fraud while real Americans in places like Western North Carolina endure ignored suffering, or while parents like Laken Riley’s in Georgia are left to bury their daughter.

God shows no partiality. He demands justice. To address the question: Does the Bible support mass deportations? Do God’s people build walls to secure their borders? Absolutely. The book of Nehemiah chronicles such an effort. After enduring exile and learning a harsh lesson, the Jews mass-deported those who did not belong in their country, including women and children.

That is what it looks like when a people consumed with repentance returns to God’s path. Remember that when Homan commences that which the American people have now rightly given him a mandate to do. For it never should have been otherwise.

This November, voters chose price tag over awkward conversation



Discussing politics on Thanksgiving is a tradition that many of us could live without but can’t seem to get away from. It’s especially poignant every four years after the tidal shifts accompanying presidential elections. This year, we saw remarkable outcomes, most notably that voters prioritized bringing down the cost of their Thanksgiving meal over bringing the family together for a civil conversation.

OK, that is an oversimplification, but let’s take a look at the numbers.

Clearly, voters were less concerned about civility than they were about costs.

The two of us, a Republican and a Democrat, have been conducting polling together around civility in our political discourse for decades. For the last five years, we’ve partnered with the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service to dive into just what this means for the state of our politics. We conducted our most recent poll of 800 likely voters right after the outcomes of the 2024 elections. We asked voters which candidate they believed ran a more divisive campaign, who messaged the ability to get things done more effectively, which candidate they thought represented their shared values the best, and much more.

We learned that many voters found Vice President Harris to be someone who is a unifier and ran a less negative campaign as opposed to President Trump, but President Trump had advantages in key areas that propelled him over the top. He was able to effectively message himself as the candidate who addressed the kitchen table issues that most stood out to voters. We’ve seen in exit poll after exit poll that the economy was the issue most on people’s minds on Election Day, and when you look at our findings, you see a pattern that reflects Trump’s win.

When voters were asked, “Which candidate is talking to you about this issue?” we see some of the dynamics in the race represented. Vice President Harris outperformed President Trump in addressing abortion, protecting democracy, sharing my values, and caring about people like me. Fifty-two percent found that Vice President Harris was the candidate who better messaged bringing the country together.

Conversely, voters found that President Trump more effectively talked about the economy, inflation, and immigration, and a majority thought he would be better at getting things done, but most do not expect him to be a unifier in the White House.

Clearly, voters were less concerned about civility than they were about costs. The overall outcome has surprisingly resulted in a drop in political tensions based on the measure we have used for the last five years — largely driven by Republicans who are feeling relief after Election Day.

We measure tension by asking folks where they feel the country is on a scale of one to 100, with one being no division at all and 100 being civil war. We saw a four-point drop since our last poll in March from 70 to 66, the lowest mark in the last five years that we have done this poll. Division scores are highest among Democrats at 70, while independents are at about the total sample’s mean (66) and Republicans see the least division (61). These scores reflect a significant 14-point drop for Republicans, specifically from March, with independents remaining largely the same and Democrats seeing a small, two-point uptick.

Of particular note is the hope respondents share about a brighter future and the possibilities of collaboration between the parties. Despite President Trump’s “trifecta" control, 95% of those polled agreed with the statement, “I want President Trump, Republicans in Congress, and Democrats in Congress to work together to solve the major problems facing this country.” Also, 82% of respondents agreed, “It will be good for the country if President Trump and Congress compromise to find solutions even if this means I will not always get everything I want.”

In what could be a reflection of these hopes, when asked how much division they expect in the country a year from now, respondents predicted a 61 out of 100, a more than 12-point decrease led largely by Republicans in projected division from September 2023.

So how does this impact your Thanksgiving meal this year? Prices are projected to drop this year, pretty significantly, dropping nearly $10 compared to this time last year, when the average cost for a Thanksgiving meal was $67.84, all the way to $58.08. Your Republican relative might take a minute to brag that this is the market reacting to President Trump’s win, but your Democrat relative might say that it’s a sign that Bidenomics is working and the country went down the wrong path on Election Day.

Either way, we know that politics will be debated this Thanksgiving in many homes across the country. We only hope that it’s a little more civil this time around.

Editor’s note: This article was originally published by RealClearPolitics and made available via RealClearWire.

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Trump’s courage inspires a cultural and political awakening



President Donald Trump’s smashing election victory has sparked a cultural and political movement unlike any in modern history, proving that his courage is becoming contagious.

In recent years, the political left has aggressively advanced an agenda of repression, suppression, and censorship targeting ordinary Americans. This overreach included promoting a radical transgender agenda that disregarded parental rights, pushing a woke cultural narrative that alienated much of the country, tolerating blatant anti-Semitism, and weakening national security with an open-borders policy.

Trump’s victory is more than a political comeback — it’s a cultural reset.

The left’s actions also included weaponizing the justice system against Trump and his supporters, censoring dissenting voices through both public and private channels, and promoting divisive rhetoric that incited violence. These factors created a tidal wave of discontent that propelled Trump back into office with the largest Republican electoral and popular vote margins in decades.

Democrats in power, along with progressive leftists in academia, the media, and other institutions, fostered a culture of fear. Anyone who dissented risked being castigated, investigated, or marginalized.

The news media spent over eight years spreading fake stories about Russian collusion, baseless impeachments, an exaggerated insurrection compared to Pearl Harbor and 9/11, and claims that the border was secure or the Afghanistan withdrawal was manageable.

These betrayals are now unraveling. With Trump’s election victory, reports and rumors suggest that CNN and MSNBC face potential sales by their parent companies. Their ratings have plummeted, revealing the public's rejection of their anti-American rhetoric. Institutions that once shaped national discourse now stand exposed as propagandists rather than truth-tellers. By abusing the public’s trust, they have lost it entirely.

This cultural wildfire wasn't ignited on November 5 alone. The flames had been rising with the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago, the baseless indictments, Trump’s mug shot, his court appearances, the obvious political bias of judges, and even the near-successful assassination attempts. The media manipulated or ignored these stories depending on what best served their political goals. The wildfire raged with Trump’s defiant “Fight! Fight! Fight!” at his Butler, Pennsylvania, return, his epic Madison Square Garden rally, and ultimately, his resounding election night victory.

Since Election Day, Trump’s courage has become contagious, as everyday Americans took back their country and trusted him to lead us out of this cultural morass.

The defiant rejection of leftist repression marked by the election outcome was not confined to the ballot box. It’s playing out in unexpected forums, including places where openly supporting Trump has long been cause for ostracism and sanction. Professional athletes are performing the “Trump dance,” videos of ordinary Americans celebrating freedom are going viral, and international leaders are openly aligning with Trump’s blueprint for global peace and prosperity.

These moments have resonated with millions, illustrating how one man’s courage can inspire others to follow suit. And these acts are not just symbolic; they’re a declaration of solidarity with an America-first philosophy that celebrates freedom, opportunity, and unapologetic patriotism.

Trump’s victory is more than a political comeback — it’s a cultural reset. It marks a rebuke of division, censorship, and bureaucratic overreach. More importantly, it signals the beginning of a new era of hope, unity, and prosperity. The celebrations we see on the football field, across social media, and elsewhere are emblematic of a collective joy that transcends political lines. They are a reminder that the American experiment is still alive, our spirits are burning brightly, and our best days are ahead.

Donald Trump’s return to the presidency reminds us of the power of standing firm in our convictions, even in the face of overwhelming opposition. As we move forward, let us embrace this renewed sense of purpose. Courage is contagious, and as more Americans find their voice, the ripple effect will shape the future of a burdened nation with restored values of liberty, justice, and equality for all more than ever before.

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Restoring America: Faithful citizens celebrate a divine reprieve



The scripture verse that came to mind on the morning of Nov. 6 was Psalm 126:3 (NIV):

The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.

In the months leading up to the election, I had been reading through the Old Testament. As I studied Kings and Chronicles, I noticed a pattern: When Israel’s kings followed God’s law, their nation thrived. But when they turned to worship false gods like Ashtoreth and Baal, their nation suffered curses.

The fundamental transformation of America may finally have been derailed, and now the work of foundational restoration can begin.

Over the past three and a half years, our country has experienced a significant decline. A win by the Democratic Party — whether by fair means or otherwise — seemed likely to accelerate that downward spiral with the continuation and expansion of its policies. For now, however, we appear to have a reprieve. This moment may depend on our nation’s willingness to return to the God who loves and cares for us.

I have seen that fools may be successful for the moment, but then comes sudden disaster. (verse 3)

He [the Lord] does great things too marvelous to understand. He performs countless miracles. (verse 9)

I had been praying for miracles throughout this election season — long before the assassination attempt on July 13 — and it seems clear that God controlled events in ways beyond coincidence. Donald Trump has demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of relentless attacks from a determined deep state. Against all odds, Trump has not only emerged victorious but may now hold a legendary place in history.

The events since his near-death experience in mid-July may have profoundly changed Trump’s character. Those who listened to his speech in the early hours of Nov. 6 likely noticed a newfound tone of humility.

Two scripture verses seem to speak directly to what Trump’s adversaries have schemed and unleashed against him:

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28, NIV)

And Joseph’s words to his brothers who sold him into slavery, only to later find him in a position of power in Egypt, blessing them:

You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people. (Genesis 50:20, NLT)

Is America “out of the woods” because of this election’s results? Will Christians, Jews, and people of goodwill celebrate a great victory today only to return to complacency tomorrow? Let’s hope not. Can anyone deny that our lack of vigilance allowed evil influences to blindside us? Like the proverbial frog in slowly boiling water, we almost woke up too late.

The pastors I have spoken with or watched on television agree: The 2024 election was not the finish line — it marks the starting point.

We must continue praying for the new administration. Pray for wisdom and steadfastness as they work to purge evil from our nation and promote righteousness across society and culture.

The fundamental transformation of America may finally have been derailed, and now the work of foundational restoration can begin.

As our Founding Fathers declared in the Declaration of Independence, “with a firm reliance on Divine Providence,” we can succeed in restoring true freedom and responsibility to America. In doing so, we can also renew hope and inspiration for nations around the globe.

Editor's note: A version of this article appeared originally at Stream.org.