Austin News

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas and member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, addressed the consequences of what he described as the Democrats' "catastrophic open border crisis" during a hearing in Washington, D.C. on December 11, 2024. The session included testimony from Patty Morin, whose daughter Rachel Morin was murdered by an illegal immigrant.

In his remarks to the committee, Sen. Cruz stated: “Elections have consequences. For the last four years, we have seen the most radical experiment in open borders this nation has ever seen." He highlighted that one of the main reasons for Donald Trump's re-election and the Republican majorities in both houses was due to concerns over border policies.

Senator Cruz questioned why the Biden administration does not take action against criminals who enter illegally: “I would ask my Democrat colleagues if they were here, why does the Biden administration not go and arrest every one of these criminals and deport them? What rational world says America is better off with more criminals?"

Addressing Ms. Morin directly, Cruz expressed condolences for her loss: “Ms. Morin, thank you for being here. The country grieves the loss of your daughter." He criticized current policies for allowing violent criminals into America and mentioned other victims like Lake and Riley whom he believes should still be alive.

Cruz also referenced another victim from his hometown Houston: "In my hometown of Houston, Jocelyn Nungaray [should still be alive.] I've gotten to know Jocelyn’s mother, Alexis, very well." He acknowledged Ms. Morin's bravery in sharing her story amidst unimaginable pain.

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