You really have to hand it to the Democrats. While hardworking Americans grapple with the fallout from years of disastrous border policies, Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen decided the most pressing issue was… a taxpayer-funded trip to El Salvador? That’s right, he jetted off for a heartwarming photo-op with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an illegal alien deported back home.

One has to wonder, when was the last time a Democrat Senator pulled out all the stops, flew internationally, and posed for pictures with an American citizen who’s been wronged or needs help? Crickets. It seems their priorities lie elsewhere, perhaps basking in the glow of the open-borders lobby rather than addressing the real concerns of the Americans back home. Van Hollen’s little adventure just underscores how disconnected these politicians are from the reality most citizens face.

Polls Show Americans Aren’t Buying the Stunt

While Senator Van Hollen was busy playing international hero for a deported illegal alien, polls back here in the real world tell a vastly different story. Turns out, Americans are overwhelmingly on board with President Trump’s approach to securing the border and dealing with illegal immigration. A recent CNBC survey showed Trump with a solid net +7 approval rating for his policy of deporting illegal aliens and a net +12 approval for his handling of the southern border overall.

And it’s not just one poll. CNN – yes, even CNN – had to report data showing a whopping 56% of Americans now support a mass deportation program for illegal aliens. That number was only 38% back in 2016. As their own analysis noted:

From ‘Daily Caller’:
According to a new CNBC survey, President Donald Trump has a net +7 approval on his policy of deporting illegal aliens. The president also has a net +12 approval on his handling of the southern border. (RELATED: Democrats Swallow A Political Poison Pill)

Meanwhile, CNN cited a poll Thursday that found a whopping 56% of Americans support a mass deportation of illegal aliens. In 2016, that number stood nearly 20 points lower, at 38%.

This isn’t some fringe opinion; it’s the mainstream view. Americans have had enough.

Defending the Indefensible?

The individual Van Hollen rushed to defend isn’t exactly a sympathetic figure, either. While the initial deportation involved a clerical error, the Trump administration maintains Abrego Garcia should stay in El Salvador due to alleged connections with the notorious MS-13 gang. The Department of Justice even released a dossier detailing these ties, and his own wife apparently sought a domestic violence restraining order against him back in 2021. Is this who Democrats are championing now? It certainly makes you think.

Why Americans Are Fed Up

This massive shift in public opinion didn’t happen in a vacuum. Americans are connecting the dots between the previous administration’s disastrous “Biden border crisis” and the problems plaguing their communities. They see rising crime rates linked to unvetted individuals crossing the border, feel the squeeze on the housing market as resources are stretched thin, and worry about the impact on the jobs market and the overall economy. They see the chaos and demand order. The support for Trump’s policies isn’t abstract; it’s a direct response to the very real consequences of years of neglect and mismanagement at our southern border.

Trump Listens, Democrats Lecture

At the end of the day, the polling reflects a simple truth: President Trump is listening to the American people on immigration, while Democrats like Van Hollen seem more interested in lecturing them and pulling off stunts that appease their radical base. They fly off to defend questionable individuals while ignoring the struggles of their own constituents dealing with the fallout. Americans want secure borders, the rule of law upheld, and leaders who prioritize their safety and economic well-being. The message couldn’t be clearer.

Key Takeaways:

• Democrat leaders prioritize symbolic stunts for illegal aliens over helping Americans.
• A strong majority of Americans support President Trump’s tough stance on deportation and border security.
• Public frustration stems from the real consequences (crime, economic strain) of past failed border policies.

Sources: Daily Caller