Montgomery, AL – On Wednesday, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey joined 25 other Republican governors in releasing a joint statement supporting former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. The statement emphasizes the governors’ shared commitment to addressing illegal immigration, securing borders, and supporting law enforcement efforts to deport individuals deemed threats to public safety.
The statement reads in part:
“As Republican governors, we stand united in support of President Donald Trump’s unwavering commitment to make America safe again by addressing the illegal immigration crisis and deporting illegal immigrants who pose a threat to our communities and national security.”
The governors criticized the Biden Administration’s handling of border security, claiming it has led to increased illegal immigration. They highlighted the actions of Republican-led states in mobilizing law enforcement and National Guard resources to counter what they described as “disastrous open border policies.”
The statement further pledges the governors’ support for Trump’s prospective return to the presidency, emphasizing their readiness to work with his administration to address border-related challenges and deport individuals involved in criminal activities.
The statement was led by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster and signed by governors from across the nation, including Florida’s Ron DeSantis, Texas’s Greg Abbott, and Arkansas’s Sarah Sanders. Governor Ivey’s signature underscores Alabama’s alignment with the broader Republican strategy on immigration enforcement and border security.
While supporters view the statement as a strong stance on public safety and national security, critics argue that such policies may oversimplify complex immigration issues and risk marginalizing immigrant communities.
The release highlights ongoing national debates about immigration policy and border security, with Republican leaders reaffirming their positions ahead of the 2024 presidential election cycle.
