Original Source
Cruz Slams Democrats for Prioritizing Undocumented Immigrants
Cruz Criticizes Democrats' Stance on Undocumented Immigrants
Senator Ted Cruz launched a scathing critique against Democrats in a recent Senate hearing, accusing them of prioritizing undocumented immigrants. He cited President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, noting that all Democratic senators remained seated when Trump emphasized protecting American citizens. Cruz argued that this indicated their agreement with Senator Chris Murphy's alleged statement that Democrats' "most cared-about people" are undocumented immigrants.
Emphasis on Tragic Consequences of Sanctuary City Policies
Cruz underscored the tragic consequences of sanctuary city policies, referencing the deaths of Katie Abraham and Sheridan Gorman. He stated that 18-year-old college freshman Sheridan Gorman was murdered by an undocumented immigrant in Chicago near Lake Michigan. According to Cruz, the killer had been apprehended twice by Joe Biden's Border Patrol and later by Chicago Police for shoplifting, only to be released both times. He also mentioned Katie Abraham, who was killed by an undocumented drunk driver. Cruz argued that these incidents were preventable and directly attributable to sanctuary city policies.
Criticism of Chicago Mayor's 'Abolish ICE' Initiative
Cruz condemned the Chicago mayor for unveiling a garbage truck emblazoned with the words "Abolish ICE," asserting that sanctuary city policies do not make American communities safer but instead enable illegal alien criminals. Joe Abraham, Katie's father, expressed his grief and anger, stating that his daughter's death was preventable and that Democrats talk about 'compassion' but ignore the suffering of citizens. Cruz concluded by saying that these policies lead to tragic outcomes, and that Democrats' prioritization of undocumented immigrants is a "gaffe where a politician tells the truth."
*Source: YouTube: Times of India (2026-03-26)*
