
Immigration policy is set through democratic processes, and the legitimacy of that policy depends on whether the law is applied as written. When laws are selectively enforced or openly disregarded, public trust in government erodes and the consent of the governed weakens. This principle applies regardless of the policy area, and immigration is no exception.
Illegal immigration is defined by violation of existing federal law. Addressing it is not about culture, race, or hostility toward immigrants as people. It is about whether a nation governed by laws actually enforces them. Upholding the rule of law protects democratic legitimacy, ensures fairness, and preserves the ability of citizens to debate and change policy through lawful means.
Illegal immigration is defined by violation of existing federal law. Addressing it is not about culture, race, or hostility toward immigrants as people. It is about whether a nation governed by laws actually enforces them. Upholding the rule of law protects democratic legitimacy, ensures fairness, and preserves the ability of citizens to debate and change policy through lawful means.




