Michigan’s U.S. Senate race has drawn attention to debates over border security and law enforcement. According to a statement released from White Lake, Michigan, Republican candidate Mike Rogers has criticized the state’s three Democratic Senate candidates for supporting policies that he claims prioritize criminals and undocumented immigrants over public safety.
The press release alleges that the Democratic candidates opposed major border security funding aimed at preventing known criminals—including murderers, drug traffickers, and suspected terrorists—from entering the United States. It also states that they oppose additional national security funding intended to support law enforcement in removing violent offenders.
“Democrats want you to believe that you’re safer with criminals on the streets than cops. But these horror stories remind us of what happens when violent offenders walk free,” said Spokeswoman Alyssa Brouillet.“Unless we let law enforcement do their jobs to keep murderers, rapists, and human traffickers out, there will be too many more tragedies just like these.”
The statement cites several incidents in Michigan involving undocumented immigrants accused or convicted of serious crimes, including cases in Kent County, Livingston County, Houghton Lake, Big Rapids, and at the Michigan-Canada border. The release also notes that 50 undocumented individuals with criminal backgrounds were arrested in Eastern Michigan during the first two months of a previous presidential administration.
Mike Rogers is described as a former FBI street agent who has worked against drug dealers and violent criminals. He recently visited the southern border alongside law enforcement officials and emphasized what he called historic investments in border security.
Rogers’ campaign encourages voters to learn more about his plans by visiting his website.
