Don’t Blow This, It Blows

Donald Trump’s infamous comment that “Mexico and other countries aren’t sending their best” isn’t far off from historical parallels, like Fidel Castro’s Mariel Cuban invasion. While Trump’s delivery often lacks finesse and logic, the underlying issues are real. We’re not just talking about economic migrants; there’s a far darker side that’s rarely highlighted by the lamestream media.

Consider the rise of Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan gang originating in a prison that resembled a resort more than a detention center—complete with a zoo and disco. INSANE? Yes! This gang, now described as “MS-13 on steroids,” has spread from Latin America to the U.S., bringing violence, drug trafficking, and extortion. Just as the Italian mafia followed the 19th century wave of immigration to the U.S., Tren de Aragua has emigrated alongside nearly eight million Venezuelans fleeing the reign of strongman Nicolás Maduro.  American law enforcement officials are now grappling with over 100 cases linked to this group, including shootings galore, robberies, murder, and organized crime stretching from Miami to New York. And this is an insane number: 700,000 Venezuelans have settled in the past four years.  THE PAST FOUR YEARS! Worse is the fact that it is impossible for law enforcement to determine a suspect’s criminal history because the U.S. doesn’t have diplomatic ties with Venezuela. THIS IS NUTS!

Like the unchecked Cuban criminals Castro released during the Mariel boatlift, Tren de Aragua’s expansion illustrates the risks of poorly managed immigration and border security. These aren’t isolated incidents but part of a broader trend where criminal elements piggyback on migrant waves, exploiting vulnerabilities in U.S. systems. While Trump’s articulation may falter, the connection between crime and migration remains a complex, pressing issue that demands attention, not being downplayed as a deplorable issue.