In a move that epitomizes the misguided priorities of the progressive left, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently suggested that Vice President Kamala Harris should embrace the “spirit of giving” by extending more benefits to illegal aliens. That’s right—at a time when hardworking Americans are struggling with inflation, skyrocketing gas prices, and an uncertain economy, Whitmer believes our focus should be on providing even more handouts to those who have entered our country illegally.
Whitmer’s comments came during a discussion about the Biden administration’s ongoing efforts to address the nation’s immigration policies. Instead of focusing on securing our borders or enforcing existing laws, Whitmer doubled down on the left’s commitment to rewarding illegal behavior. Her argument? That Harris should include these handouts as part of her broader agenda, framing it as a gesture of compassion and generosity.
Let’s be clear: this isn’t about compassion. It’s about pandering to the far-left base that views illegal immigration as something to be celebrated rather than controlled. Whitmer’s call for more benefits to illegal aliens is not only an insult to every American citizen who plays by the rules, but it’s also a direct attack on the integrity of our immigration system.
For years, we’ve seen a steady erosion of our borders and a disregard for the rule of law, all under the guise of “compassion” and “humanity.” But what about the compassion for American citizens who are being left behind? What about the small business owners who are barely scraping by, the families who are struggling to put food on the table, and the communities that are being overwhelmed by the influx of illegal immigrants? Whitmer and her allies don’t seem to have much to say about them.
Instead, they push policies that encourage more illegal immigration, creating a situation where law-abiding citizens are forced to foot the bill for those who have broken our laws. And make no mistake—these aren’t just small handouts we’re talking about. The left is pushing for access to healthcare, housing, education, and even voting rights for illegal aliens, all at the expense of American taxpayers.
Whitmer’s comments are especially concerning given the current state of affairs in Michigan. The state has been hit hard by economic challenges, with businesses struggling to recover from the pandemic and families facing rising costs of living. Yet, rather than addressing these pressing issues, Whitmer seems more concerned with how to extend even more benefits to those who have entered the country illegally.
And let’s not forget who she’s suggesting should lead this charge—Kamala Harris, who has already proven herself to be one of the most ineffective vice presidents in recent history. Harris has failed to deliver on nearly every task she’s been given, from handling the border crisis to addressing the root causes of migration. Now, Whitmer wants her to take on the role of chief benefactor to illegal aliens, pushing an agenda that’s completely out of touch with the needs of the American people.
This isn’t just bad policy—it’s a dangerous precedent. By prioritizing illegal aliens over American citizens, Whitmer and the left are sending a clear message: our borders don’t matter, our laws don’t matter, and the needs of American citizens don’t matter. This kind of thinking undermines the very foundation of our nation and threatens to erode the social fabric that holds us together.
It’s time for Americans to wake up to what’s happening. We cannot allow politicians like Whitmer to continue pushing an agenda that puts the interests of illegal aliens above those of American citizens. We must stand up for the rule of law, for secure borders, and for policies that put the needs of Americans first. If we don’t, we risk losing not just our country, but the very principles that have made it great.