Last night, during MSNBC’s Super Tuesday coverage, the hosts were seen laughing while discussing the issue of illegal immigration as a top concern for Virginia voters. This moment has caused outrage among viewers as many pointed out a number of crimes committed by illegal immigrants in non-border states. The incident has sparked swift backlash and continues to generate controversy.
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice expressed his disappointment with MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow for her quip about his state. In a tweet, Governor Justice stated, “It’s disheartening to see @Maddow make light of a serious issue like illegal immigration. West Virginia may not be a border state, but we are not immune to the impact of illegal immigration. We should all take this issue seriously.”
MSDNC panel mocks the fact immigration is a top issue for voters across the country@jrpsaki: “I live in Virginia. Immigration was the number one issue…you’re thinking like what?!”@JoyAnnReid: *laughs*@maddow: “Well, Virginia does have a border with West Virginia!” pic.twitter.com/CpzBUxWNFG
— Chad Gilmartin (@ChadGilmartinCA) March 6, 2024
Texas Governor Greg Abbott also weighed in on the incident, highlighting the impact of illegal immigration in his state. In a statement, Governor Abbott said, “As Governor of the state with the longest stretch of border, I can attest to the fact that illegal immigration is a major concern for Texans. It is both irresponsible and insensitive to disregard the impact of illegal immigration on states beyond just the border.”
The Border Patrol Union also spoke out against the hosts’ behavior during the Super Tuesday coverage. In a statement, National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd said, “The hosts’ laughter and dismissive attitude towards the issue of illegal immigration is a slap in the face to the thousands of Border Patrol agents who risk their lives every day to protect our borders. Illegal immigration is a serious issue that affects not just border states but the entire country.”
The Left is completely out of touch with real Americans. Laughing and stating that since Virginia doesn’t share a border with Mexico, VA residents shouldn’t care.
Virginia residents just saw an illegal alien from
Venezuelan arrested last week on felony charges for sexually… https://t.co/lLovOThu5k— Chad Wolf (@ChadFWolf) March 6, 2024
The incident has sparked a larger conversation about the importance of addressing illegal immigration in all states, not just those along the border. Many viewers have taken to social media to share their own personal experiences with crimes committed by illegal immigrants in their communities. This controversy serves as a reminder that the issue of illegal immigration is one that affects the entire nation and should be taken seriously by all.
What an incredibly insulting statement about the hardworking, good people of West Virginia by liberal elites @JRPsaki and @Maddow. Biden’s open-border policies have created a real crisis in America, making every state a border state, and they think it’s a joke. pic.twitter.com/McMBgYq4hl
— Jim Justice (@JimJusticeWV) March 6, 2024
