Hey folks — it’s good to be back with you! I just returned from a much-needed break, hiking through the rugged beauty of Utah. There’s nothing like standing under those towering red cliffs and endless blue skies to make you feel small — and to remind you that while politicians come and go, our God…
Wrong Tool for the Job: Why the Alien Enemies Act Was Misapplied
Yesterday, I wrote an article arguing that the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) was the wrong legal tool to deport members of Tren de Aragua (TdA)—a position that my fellow conservative over at The Conservative TAKE strongly disagrees with. You can read his counterargument here. While he raises some valid points, his overall argument is fundamentally…
Trump’s Deportation Play: Right Goal, Wrong Move
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s attempt to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, and honestly? It’s not surprising. While deporting violent criminals should be a top priority, using an obscure wartime law to do so was a mistake—legally, politically, and…
Balancing Justice and Mercy: A Christian Conservative Take on the U.S.-Colombia Immigration Standoff
The recent standoff between the U.S. and Colombia over deportation flights has drawn attention to a complex web of immigration policy, international diplomacy, and the moral obligations of a nation. This issue requires balancing the principles of justice and mercy, along with a firm commitment to national sovereignty and accountability. Let’s unpack what this episode…
The Birthright Citizenship Debate: A Constitutional, Moral, and Practical Analysis
The question of birthright citizenship is back in the spotlight, with President-elect Donald Trump vowing to end automatic citizenship for those born in the United States to non-citizen parents. This has stirred constitutional debate, historical analysis, and plenty of fiery opinions. The issue invites us to reflect on the balance between the rule of law,…
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