Border security
How the U.S. controls who and what crosses its borders, including a border wall, Border Patrol agents and technology, screening at ports of entry, and whether people stopped at the border are held, released or sent to wait in Mexico.
What they call for
DemocratsRepublicans69 new members addressed this issue. Many call for more than one thing.
Secure the border66Stop cartels from smuggling drugs and people across the border23Fund border security with more agents and resources18Finish building the border wall16Invest in border technology, including drug detection at ports of entry9Make border security policies permanent, whoever is president6Treat people at the border with dignity6End the release of people caught crossing the border5Keep lawful trade and travel moving at the border5Decide asylum and immigration cases faster4Reinstate the Remain in Mexico policy3Stop new border wall construction1Demilitarize the border1
Secure the border
66 members“We can have secure borders and still treat people with dignity.”View on their website ↗
“Strengthens border security”View on their website ↗
“Andy Barr believes we must deport all criminal illegals and secure the border.”View on their website ↗
“Andy voted for the largest border security bill in history that sent record resources to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to seal our border in 2025.”View on their website ↗
“Andy will always fight to keep our border secure.”View on their website ↗
“Whether it was successfully leading the defense of President Trump’s authority in federal court to build the wall in his first term or voting to send record resources to CBP through the Big Beautiful Bill to secure the border, I will always stand side-by-side with the men and women of the NBPC.”View on their website ↗
“I believe in a secure border and a fair, legal immigration system. We can—and must—do both.”View on their website ↗
“Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation.”View on their website ↗
“I’m fighting back against the Trump Administration’s reckless immigration policies that undermine our values and create chaos instead of solutions. Maryland families expect the government to do two things at once: keep our communities safe and live up to America’s values. We can and must do both. That means restoring order at the border, enforcing the law fairly, and modernizing a broken immigration system so it works for our economy and our security.”View on their website ↗
“Secure our border. Secure the border by deploying advanced detection technology, strengthening anti-trafficking operations, and modernizing ports of entry to stop fentanyl and human smuggling while keeping lawful trade moving.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border”View on their website ↗
“Finish the wall. End the invasion. Put Texas first.”View on their website ↗
“secure the border and ensure a fair immigration process”View on their website ↗
“I'll fight for comprehensive immigration reform that secures the border while cutting through the massive backlog facing people trying to immigrate legally.”View on their website ↗
“Our immigration system has been broken for decades, and everybody knows it. We need a common-sense system that is orderly, humane, and fair: secure borders, fair and timely asylum processing, legal pathways that encourage more legal immigration, and enforcement that respects the due process of law.”View on their website ↗
“Go back on offense to push for the comprehensive immigration reform that Americans know we need: secure borders, fair and timely asylum processing, citizenship for DACA recipients, legal pathways that encourage more legal immigration, and enforcement that respects the due process of law and basic human dignity. Immigration is a source of strength, vitality, renewal, and growth, and Democrats shouldn’t be afraid to say that.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border and build a working immigration system.”View on their website ↗
“We need an immigration system that deters illegal entry and secures our border, while treating people humanely and give law-abiding folks a shot at earning citizenship.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jerry worked to pass one of the strongest border security bills in history, including funding to build a border wall and hire a record number of Border Patrol agents.”View on their website ↗
“Fix the Border or Shut It Down”View on their website ↗
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“We need to secure the border, fix our broken immigration system so it can function effectively and in an orderly manner, and ensure enforcement is focused on violent criminals.”View on their website ↗
“Work with President Trump to stop drugs, crime, terrorism, and low-wage labor from crossing our northern border.”View on their website ↗
“Fully fund law enforcement to keep our communities safe and protect our borders.”View on their website ↗
“And I believe we need strong borders, and I believe that we need to deport violent criminals”View on their website ↗
“ICE is out of control right now; one need look no further than their killings of two Americans in broad daylight. The firing of Kristi Noem was long overdue and in no way addresses the underlying problems with that overfunded and undersupervised agency. As a former federal prosecutor, I will always be for immigration enforcement against violent criminals and a secure border, but what we’re seeing right now is ICE inspiring fear rather than public safety and killing taxpayers instead of serving them.”View on their website ↗
“We also need immigration reform that secures our border while treating people with dignity and creating a path to citizenship for those already here working hard and contributing to our communities.”View on their website ↗
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”View on their website ↗
“We must continue to secure our borders and oppose any measures that weaken enforcement or prioritize non-citizens over American safety.”View on their website ↗
“Our current immigration system is broken and for far too long Washington hasn’t been able to fix it. We must have a strong and secure border, but Peggy is clear that a strong border should not keep us from welcoming new people to the United States. Peggy believes that immigrants are not only vital to the success of Minnesota’s economy, they are part of what makes Minnesota strong and a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.”View on their website ↗
“We have seen the consequences of a poorly managed border. Peggy believes we need to modernize and invest in the technology and capacity needed to maintain orderly borders for the safety and security of everyone.”View on their website ↗
“Deportations must continue, and the border must stay secure.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border & Protect our Nation”View on their website ↗
“Gallrein will team up with President Trump and the Republican Party to finish the wall, fully fund Border Patrol & ICE, secure the border once and for all, and rebuild our military to support our national security to sustain peace and prosperity.”View on their website ↗
“We should make sure that Border Patrol has what they need to keep our border secure and ICE should be focused on criminals and held to the same standard as police.”View on their website ↗
“We need comprehensive immigration reform that includes border security, pathways to citizenship, and work visas that meet our economy’s needs.”View on their website ↗
“Johnny believes that a physical border wall is a necessity to keep our border secure for years to come.”View on their website ↗
“But we also need a system that enforces the law and secures our borders.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, I’ll push for comprehensive immigration reform that fixes our broken system: secures the border, streamlines legal pathways, protects Dreamers, and invests in preventing human trafficking and drug smuggling.”View on their website ↗
“I'll fight to make life affordable again, keep our border secure, and clean up Washington.”View on their website ↗
“That's why Chris is running for Congress: to make life affordable again, keep the border secure, clean up Washington, and protect rural Texas, so the next generation inherits the frontiers, freedoms, and boundless opportunity that made Texas great.”View on their website ↗
“Crush the cartels by helping President Trump secure our border and empowering Texas law enforcement to halt the invasion of drugs, violence, and gangs into our community.”View on their website ↗
“Secure Border”View on their website ↗
“Sydney will work with President Trump and ICE to keep our families safe from violent criminals entering our country illegally.”View on their website ↗
“If we refuse to secure our borders, continue to ship our manufacturing jobs overseas, and assume that our energy needs can be met by countries who are hostile to our way of life and culture, our future generations, our children and grandchildren, will suffer the most.”View on their website ↗
“Every day that we fail to stop drugs, human trafficking, and hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens flooding across our border, we are destroying our country’s sovereignty and squandering the future for our children and grandchildren. President Trump spent four years securing our border, thereby reducing the human misery that is so obviously caused by the open-border policy we are witnessing now.”View on their website ↗
“Securing the border is one of the federal government’s most basic responsibilities.”View on their website ↗
“Secure The Border”View on their website ↗
“I am proud to have voted for historic funding and investment for our border security in the One Big Beautiful Bill, which helped provide the Trump administration with the resources they need to keep our border secure and the American people safe.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border, finish the wall, and let law enforcement do its job.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border, cut taxes, and put America first.”View on their website ↗
“I will work with President Trump to strengthen our economy, secure our borders, rebuild our national defense, reduce the size of government, and cut taxes for hard-working Americans.”View on their website ↗
“Pass Commonsense Immigration Reform: Congress has failed in its duty to fix our broken immigration system. We need to invest in border security, increase the number of immigration judges to deal with the massive backlog of cases, and create a path to citizenship for hard working, taxpaying people in this country.”View on their website ↗
“Cyril supports immigration reform and securing the border with smart, bipartisan measures, and rebuilding America’s military edge—while fully honoring veterans and keeping our values intact.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”View on their website ↗
“So I’ll start: Joe Biden completely failed us on the border. As a former military police officer, I know keeping people safe means enforcing the law. We need a secure border to deport dangerous criminals And an immigration system that keeps us safe, enforces the law, and treats people fairly.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border, Enforce the Law”View on their website ↗
“A nation without borders is not a sovereign nation. President Trump is restoring order and I’m running for Congress to back him up. When it comes to protecting our border, the good fight is far from over. I support deploying more resources for border enforcement to crack down on cartels and traffickers, and a legal immigration policy that is merit-based and focused on safety and our nation’s interest.”View on their website ↗
“Securing our Border and Providing Pathways to Citizenship A strong and secure border is critical to national security and public safety. At the same time, we need an immigration system that is effective, accountable, and consistent with our values as a country.”View on their website ↗
“I strongly believe we need major improvements to our immigration system. We need to streamline the process to ensure cases are handled efficiently and fairly. A system that takes years to reach a decision does not serve anyone. We can secure the border, enforce the law, and uphold our values at the same time.”View on their website ↗
“He will work to secure the border, restore order to our immigration system, defend the Constitution, support law enforcement, and advance an economy where families and small businesses can thrive.”View on their website ↗
“Secure Border. Orderly Immigration. Stop the cartels, enforce the law, and protect legal immigration and commerce”View on their website ↗
“Today, Mark is running for Congress because he believes Arizona families deserve a representative who understands the challenges facing our communities, will defend our freedoms, secure our border, and fight for the future of the American Dream.”View on their website ↗
“A longtime supporter of President Trump and the America First movement, Mark is committed to securing the border, restoring common sense, and advancing policies that put American families first.”View on their website ↗
“According to Lamb, securing the border requires more than political rhetoric. It requires consistent enforcement, cooperation between agencies, and long-term legislative solutions.”View on their website ↗
“As a candidate for Congress, Lamb said securing the border remains one of his highest priorities.”View on their website ↗
“He knows Arizona needs a Congressman who will fight to secure the border, support law enforcement, and help turn his America First agenda into permanent law. That's exactly what I intend to do as your Congressman.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, I'll continue fighting to secure the border, support law enforcement, defend our constitutional freedoms, and advance policies that put American families first.”View on their website ↗
“He has consistently advocated for stronger border security, greater support for law enforcement agencies, increased cooperation between local, state, and federal authorities, and policies designed to disrupt cartel operations before they reach communities across the country.”View on their website ↗
“His firsthand experience has made him a strong advocate for secure borders and stronger immigration enforcement policies.”View on their website ↗
“America is a nation of laws and a nation built by people who believe in hard work. We can respect legal immigration while insisting that our borders are secure, our laws are enforced and our government remains accountable to the citizens it serves.”View on their website ↗
“I will continue fighting for secure borders, safe communities, fiscal responsibility, energy independence, water security, and constitutional freedom.”View on their website ↗
“As a former sheriff and a candidate for Congress, I will always stand with law enforcement, support secure borders, and fight for policies that put the safety of American families first.”View on their website ↗
“I'll fight to secure the border. I'll defend the Constitution. I'll push back against government overreach. I'll support law enforcement. I'll demand accountability from those in power.”View on their website ↗
“Americans deserve a stable, functioning, and reliable immigration system – and we must have a secure border. Our immigration system should also provide a pathway to citizenship for hardworking people who want to contribute to our economy. These goals are not in conflict – and Americans should expect Congress to deliver both.”View on their website ↗
“Secure our border, preventing uncontrolled illegal immigration and removing dangerous criminals who are here illegally”View on their website ↗
“Reject the culture wars. Secure the border. Respect immigrants. Lower costs, raise wages, and build a better future together.”View on their website ↗
“Securing Our Border”View on their website ↗
“Paul will help secure our broken borders, support Maine jobs, grow our economy, and help lower inflation by ending wasteful spending.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, I will stay focused on the priorities that matter most to Louisiana families: keeping the border secure, stopping the flow of fentanyl, protecting election integrity, defending life, standing up for parents’ rights, protecting the Second Amendment, supporting Louisiana energy, and reining in Washington by cutting spending and shrinking the federal bureaucracy.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, Julia will work alongside President Trump to keep the border secure, lower costs for working families, assert American energy dominance, protect parents' rights, defend election integrity, and fight for the people and industries that make Louisiana strong.”View on their website ↗
“I also know that a strong border is essential to strengthening our nation’s security, and I was proud to support comprehensive efforts in Congress to deter illegal immigration and strengthen border security, while also providing a pathway to citizenship for those who follow our nation’s laws.”View on their website ↗
“I will continue to fight to improve the quality of life for active duty military personnel and their families, ensure they have the resources they need to deter our adversaries and keep us safe, serve as a check against reckless foreign wars that put our service members at risk and cost American taxpayers, and strengthen our border security.”View on their website ↗
“A world exists where we can have a secure border that stops criminals from entering our country while providing a path for those who follow the rule of law to come here legally.”View on their website ↗
“As a mom raising an elementary schooler in Southern Arizona, I want every child to grow up safe. That means drug-free neighborhoods, safe schools, and a border that is orderly and enforced. It means stopping fentanyl traffickers, human smugglers, and violent criminals who take advantage of desperate people. And it means supporting the police officers, border personnel, and immigration agents who serve honorably and risk their lives to protect the public.”View on their website ↗
“Southern Arizonans know how important it is to secure the border and protect public safety. Organized criminal enterprises that smuggle fentanyl, narcotics, and people across the border must be stopped.”View on their website ↗
“We depend on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce the law, secure the border, and preserve public trust. We also need lawful trade and travel, and an immigration system that works.”View on their website ↗
“we really need to make sure that we have a secure border… ICE agents need to be held accountable for the things that they’re doing. If they are deviating from the rule of law and the way that policy and procedure dictates that things should be done, so accountability, transparency, and of course, we need to make sure that they’re actually trained.”View on their website ↗
“We need to make sure our border is secure, our police have the resources they need to serve our communities, and that we’re working together across all levels of government to give our families a fair shot.”View on their website ↗
“One hundred percent, the border must be secure.”View on their website ↗
“She believes national security starts in Arizona’s backyard by securing our Southern border and rebuilding our partnership with Mexico. This is a key component to our regional stability.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, JoAnna will work with both parties to strengthen border security at ports of entry, deporting violent criminals, holding cartels accountable, and ensuring that immigration enforcement is professional, properly trained, and consistent with the law.”View on their website ↗
“Barry champions secure borders, deportation, and English as official language.”View on their website ↗
“He has voted repeatedly to cut taxes, secure our border, and build an economy around working families rather than Wall Street.”View on their website ↗
“Congress must act to secure the border permanently so that the next Democrat president cannot allow millions of illegals to flood across our border.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, Barry will be a champion for border security and immigration enforcement.”View on their website ↗
“We can both secure our border without allowing officers posing as masked vigilantes to erode due process and civil liberties. We need an interior agency with more rigorous training, increased oversight, and safer outcomes.”View on their website ↗
“Trever supports limited government, fiscal responsibility, secure borders, and the protection of constitutional freedoms, including religious liberty and the right to keep and bear arms.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border and Enforce Immigration Laws”View on their website ↗
“Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws.”View on their website ↗
“Enforce the law, secure the border, respect the Constitution.”View on their website ↗
“Chris supports comprehensive, common-sense immigration reform that will help fix our broken system and allow immigrants who work hard and follow the rules get a shot at their American dream. It must also address security on our border by enhancing infrastructure and technology to keep our country safe.”View on their website ↗
“Chris helped introduce the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act, which would create a strategy to secure our Southern border.”View on their website ↗
“He has supported legislation to increase enforcement on individuals who cross the border illegally and commit serious crimes, enhance coordination between state and local officials on the southern border, and fund 22,000 border patrol agents, including 150 counter-fentanyl officers.”View on their website ↗
“Chris led the successful effort to better coordinate resources and strengthen security along New Hampshire’s northern border.”View on their website ↗
“I support a secure border and would work with anyone to make sure our border is strong and secure. We should know who is coming in and out of our country. Our immigration system can be secure without being cruel.”View on their website ↗
“Invest in the people and technology needed to keep our borders safe, while also advocating for common sense, bipartisan immigration reform that provides legal pathways to citizenship for hardworking people, helping grow Nebraska’s economy and key industries in our state, ranging from agriculture to hospitality to healthcare.”View on their website ↗
“Like most Americans, I believe in the need to protect and secure our borders to keep America safe.”View on their website ↗
“Support efforts to provide the personnel, training and technology needed to secure America’s borders.”View on their website ↗
“Our goal as a country should be to have a secure border – a policy that should not change based on what president or party is in charge – and we have to go after the violent criminals that are here illegally and get them out of our country.”View on their website ↗
“I believe we can secure the border without destroying families and our local economy in the process. We can more effectively attack the flow of fentanyl and other cartel driven drug supply lines into our country.”View on their website ↗
“Guided by faith, family, and service, Austin Rogers is running to secure the border, defend Florida values, back law enforcement and the military, and put American families first.”View on their website ↗
“Keeping Our Border Secure”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Austin will work alongside President Trump and Republican leaders to codify strong border security policies into law so that our border remains secure — and that no future administration can undo these protections that keep our nation safe.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, he will work hand-in-hand with President Trump to pass commonsense legislation that strengthens our economy, keeps our border secure, supports our military and law enforcement, and protects our most cherished freedoms — while stopping bad bills before they ever become law.”View on their website ↗
“Cracking down on fentanyl, “tranq,” and next generation drugs – including by securing the southern border,”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border and deport illegal immigrants”View on their website ↗
“I'll stand with President Trump to secure our border, enforce our immigration laws and deport those who are here illegally.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jim will back President Trump every step of the way—fighting to bring back energy independence, restore law and order, defend our borders, and keep the radical Left from destroying the values that make America great.”View on their website ↗
“Securing the Border and Stopping Illegal Immigration”View on their website ↗
“America must have strong borders. Jim will fight to finish the wall, enforce immigration laws, and stop the flood of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs pouring into our communities.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, Jim will work to secure the border and stop illegal immigration, stand firmly with law enforcement and first responders, and defend free speech from the growing threat of censorship by Big Tech.”View on their website ↗
“I have always supported a stronger border and have never supported open borders. I have been critical of members of my own party who advocated for open borders. I oppose open borders because it is unacceptable to allow criminals and life-stealing drugs across the border.”View on their website ↗
“I will work with anyone from any party to strengthen our immigration system and better control who is coming into this country. We need to properly fund a secure border— including the latest technology— to make sure drug dealers are not slipping through the cracks.”View on their website ↗
“I support President Trump's efforts to secure the border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release policies, and deport dangerous criminal illegal immigrants.”View on their website ↗
“Protecting the integrity of our elections and securing our border are fundamental responsibilities of the federal government.”View on their website ↗
“Congress must take bold and bipartisan action which secures our border and allows for reasonable and humane immigration laws.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border”View on their website ↗
“Finish the wall, restore order, stop illegal crossings, and put American citizens first.”View on their website ↗
“Our border should be like a front porch — it should have a welcome mat out front and a lock on the door. We can both welcome the stranger — refugees, asylum seekers, and folks who want to contribute to our economy and pursue the American dream — and we can keep people out who mean to do us harm.”View on their website ↗
“Pass comprehensive immigration reform: Secure the border, make it easier to come here legally, and supercharge our economy.”View on their website ↗
“Strengthened border operations by approving an audit of strategies to strengthen border security, support law enforcement response efforts, maximize safety, reduce traffic congestion, and enhance infrastructure and road technology.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, Brent will champion President Trump’s priorities: securing the border and finishing the wall, stopping the flow of fentanyl, deporting criminal illegal immigrants, slashing reckless spending, unleashing American energy production, restoring law and order, eliminating DEI mandates, and defending parental rights and traditional values.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border”View on their website ↗
“Every nation has the right to secure its borders, enforce its laws, and put its citizens first. Strong immigration enforcement protects American communities, preserves our national identity, and strengthens the rule of law. Citizens must come first in their own country.”View on their website ↗
“Fully secure the southern border, deport illegal aliens, and crush the cartels to keep Texans safe.”View on their website ↗
“Securing Our Southern Border”View on their website ↗
“I won’t stop fighting until Congress acts to keep every American safe from the human traffickers, cartels, and dangerous criminals attempting to cross our Southern Border.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, I’ll work with anyone to make sure these folks have the tools they need to keep the border secure, stop human trafficking and the flow of illegal drugs into Iowa.”View on their website ↗
“We deserve a functional immigration system that keeps our borders secure and enforces our laws and simplifies the path to citizenship – two goals that are not mutually exclusive.”View on their website ↗
“Pass bipartisan immigration legislation that strengthens our borders and simplifies an earned pathway to citizenship.”View on their website ↗
“Secure our border and deport those who come here illegally and commit crimes.”View on their website ↗
“Missouri’s strength comes from our people, including immigrants who contribute to our communities and economy. We need a fair and commonsense immigration system that reflects our values and fixes what is broken while keeping our borders secure.”View on their website ↗
“America needs an immigration system that focuses on fairness, dignity, and opportunity rather than favoring those with wealth or influence. It is reasonable to expect a secure border, but our current system is broken, costly, and keeps hardworking people from contributing to our communities and economy.”View on their website ↗
“She supports meaningful reform that keeps our borders secure and provides legal pathways to citizenship for hardworking long-term residents and Dreamers who have grown up here as Americans.”View on their website ↗
“Keeping the Border Closed”View on their website ↗
Stop cartels from smuggling drugs and people across the border
23 members“Border security is a basic function of government, and we need smart, effective enforcement to stop illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and exploitation.”View on their website ↗
“Secure our border. Secure the border by deploying advanced detection technology, strengthening anti-trafficking operations, and modernizing ports of entry to stop fentanyl and human smuggling while keeping lawful trade moving.”View on their website ↗
“The open border is a national crisis. Wes supports building the wall, reinstating Remain in Mexico, defunding sanctuary cities, and stopping fentanyl and human trafficking at the source.”View on their website ↗
“Work with President Trump to stop drugs, crime, terrorism, and low-wage labor from crossing our northern border.”View on their website ↗
“He is also fully committed to supporting President Trump’s use of the military and Guantanamo Bay to deport illegal immigrant criminals out of our country, stop the flow of drugs across our border, and keep terrorists from coming into our country.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, I’ll push for comprehensive immigration reform that fixes our broken system: secures the border, streamlines legal pathways, protects Dreamers, and invests in preventing human trafficking and drug smuggling.”View on their website ↗
“Crush the cartels by helping President Trump secure our border and empowering Texas law enforcement to halt the invasion of drugs, violence, and gangs into our community.”View on their website ↗
“Every day that we fail to stop drugs, human trafficking, and hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens flooding across our border, we are destroying our country’s sovereignty and squandering the future for our children and grandchildren. President Trump spent four years securing our border, thereby reducing the human misery that is so obviously caused by the open-border policy we are witnessing now.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie supports enforcing America’s immigration laws, providing Border Patrol with the personnel, technology, infrastructure, and resources necessary to do its job, and stopping illegal drugs, human trafficking, and criminals from entering the country.”View on their website ↗
“The meth and fentanyl on our streets come across an open border. I have prosecuted the traffickers who bring it here.”View on their website ↗
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“A nation without borders is not a sovereign nation. President Trump is restoring order and I’m running for Congress to back him up. When it comes to protecting our border, the good fight is far from over. I support deploying more resources for border enforcement to crack down on cartels and traffickers, and a legal immigration policy that is merit-based and focused on safety and our nation’s interest.”View on their website ↗
“Secure Border. Orderly Immigration. Stop the cartels, enforce the law, and protect legal immigration and commerce”View on their website ↗
“He has consistently advocated for stronger border security, greater support for law enforcement agencies, increased cooperation between local, state, and federal authorities, and policies designed to disrupt cartel operations before they reach communities across the country.”View on their website ↗
“As a mom raising an elementary schooler in Southern Arizona, I want every child to grow up safe. That means drug-free neighborhoods, safe schools, and a border that is orderly and enforced. It means stopping fentanyl traffickers, human smugglers, and violent criminals who take advantage of desperate people. And it means supporting the police officers, border personnel, and immigration agents who serve honorably and risk their lives to protect the public.”View on their website ↗
“Southern Arizonans know how important it is to secure the border and protect public safety. Organized criminal enterprises that smuggle fentanyl, narcotics, and people across the border must be stopped.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, JoAnna will work with both parties to strengthen border security at ports of entry, deporting violent criminals, holding cartels accountable, and ensuring that immigration enforcement is professional, properly trained, and consistent with the law.”View on their website ↗
“You go after the cartels directly. That means real investment in detection technology at ports of entry, where most of the fentanyl actually crosses, and going after the money and the trafficking networks instead of chasing headlines.”View on their website ↗
“I believe we can secure the border without destroying families and our local economy in the process. We can more effectively attack the flow of fentanyl and other cartel driven drug supply lines into our country.”View on their website ↗
“We should give law enforcement the tools it needs to stop fentanyl and weapons from coming through our border.”View on their website ↗
“Cracking down on fentanyl, “tranq,” and next generation drugs – including by securing the southern border,”View on their website ↗
“America must have strong borders. Jim will fight to finish the wall, enforce immigration laws, and stop the flood of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs pouring into our communities.”View on their website ↗
“I have always supported a stronger border and have never supported open borders. I have been critical of members of my own party who advocated for open borders. I oppose open borders because it is unacceptable to allow criminals and life-stealing drugs across the border.”View on their website ↗
“I will work with anyone from any party to strengthen our immigration system and better control who is coming into this country. We need to properly fund a secure border— including the latest technology— to make sure drug dealers are not slipping through the cracks.”View on their website ↗
“His plan, endorsed by a Republican sheriff, hires more Border Patrol agents, cracks down on the cartels, and passes comprehensive immigration reform to fix a broken system.”View on their website ↗
“We should be cracking down on the cartels, not our communities. We should be deporting gang members, not small business owners. We should be hunting down human traffickers, not moms and babies. We should be stopping illegal immigration, not curtailing avenues for immigrants to legally migrate to America and make our country richer and stronger.”View on their website ↗
“As our Congressman, Brent Taylor will stand with President Trump to finish the wall, stop the flow of fentanyl, and put American citizens first.”View on their website ↗
“Fully secure the southern border, deport illegal aliens, and crush the cartels to keep Texans safe.”View on their website ↗
“I won’t stop fighting until Congress acts to keep every American safe from the human traffickers, cartels, and dangerous criminals attempting to cross our Southern Border.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, I’ll work with anyone to make sure these folks have the tools they need to keep the border secure, stop human trafficking and the flow of illegal drugs into Iowa.”View on their website ↗
Fund border security with more agents and resources
18 members“Andy voted for the largest border security bill in history that sent record resources to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to seal our border in 2025.”View on their website ↗
“Funding to hire more border agents”View on their website ↗
“Whether it was successfully leading the defense of President Trump’s authority in federal court to build the wall in his first term or voting to send record resources to CBP through the Big Beautiful Bill to secure the border, I will always stand side-by-side with the men and women of the NBPC.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jerry worked to pass one of the strongest border security bills in history, including funding to build a border wall and hire a record number of Border Patrol agents.”View on their website ↗
“Fully fund law enforcement to keep our communities safe and protect our borders.”View on their website ↗
“We have seen the consequences of a poorly managed border. Peggy believes we need to modernize and invest in the technology and capacity needed to maintain orderly borders for the safety and security of everyone.”View on their website ↗
“Everyone involved with our immigration system today is overburdened: judges, immigrants, border technology and staffing, and legal advocates. We must invest in updating our outdated systems built in the 1900s for the 21st century.”View on their website ↗
“Gallrein will team up with President Trump and the Republican Party to finish the wall, fully fund Border Patrol & ICE, secure the border once and for all, and rebuild our military to support our national security to sustain peace and prosperity.”View on their website ↗
“We should make sure that Border Patrol has what they need to keep our border secure and ICE should be focused on criminals and held to the same standard as police.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie supports enforcing America’s immigration laws, providing Border Patrol with the personnel, technology, infrastructure, and resources necessary to do its job, and stopping illegal drugs, human trafficking, and criminals from entering the country.”View on their website ↗
“I am proud to have voted for historic funding and investment for our border security in the One Big Beautiful Bill, which helped provide the Trump administration with the resources they need to keep our border secure and the American people safe.”View on their website ↗
“I authored legislation included in the One Big Beautiful Bill, the WIRED Act, based on Oklahoma’s successful policy taxing wire transfers sent out of the country to fund our border security.”View on their website ↗
“Pass Commonsense Immigration Reform: Congress has failed in its duty to fix our broken immigration system. We need to invest in border security, increase the number of immigration judges to deal with the massive backlog of cases, and create a path to citizenship for hard working, taxpaying people in this country.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”View on their website ↗
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“A nation without borders is not a sovereign nation. President Trump is restoring order and I’m running for Congress to back him up. When it comes to protecting our border, the good fight is far from over. I support deploying more resources for border enforcement to crack down on cartels and traffickers, and a legal immigration policy that is merit-based and focused on safety and our nation’s interest.”View on their website ↗
“He has supported legislation to increase enforcement on individuals who cross the border illegally and commit serious crimes, enhance coordination between state and local officials on the southern border, and fund 22,000 border patrol agents, including 150 counter-fentanyl officers.”View on their website ↗
“We must balance the need to invest in border security, the military and our service members, while also rebuilding our key allyships.”View on their website ↗
“Invest in the people and technology needed to keep our borders safe, while also advocating for common sense, bipartisan immigration reform that provides legal pathways to citizenship for hardworking people, helping grow Nebraska’s economy and key industries in our state, ranging from agriculture to hospitality to healthcare.”View on their website ↗
“Support efforts to provide the personnel, training and technology needed to secure America’s borders.”View on their website ↗
“We should give law enforcement the tools it needs to stop fentanyl and weapons from coming through our border.”View on their website ↗
“I will work with anyone from any party to strengthen our immigration system and better control who is coming into this country. We need to properly fund a secure border— including the latest technology— to make sure drug dealers are not slipping through the cracks.”View on their website ↗
“His plan, endorsed by a Republican sheriff, hires more Border Patrol agents, cracks down on the cartels, and passes comprehensive immigration reform to fix a broken system.”View on their website ↗
“As a member of the Texas House Appropriations Committee, I put the sovereignty of the Texas border above all else. While the Democrats and Moderate Republicans were trying to tear down Trump’s wall, I fought successfully to appropriate billions of dollars toward finishing the wall and investing in critical border security initiatives.”View on their website ↗
“Steve also secured billions in funding for border security initiatives as a member of the Appropriations Committee.”View on their website ↗
“In the Senate, I’ll work with anyone to make sure these folks have the tools they need to keep the border secure, stop human trafficking and the flow of illegal drugs into Iowa.”View on their website ↗
Finish building the border wall
16 members“Restarting border wall construction”View on their website ↗
“I was with Trump every step of the way, leading the fight to help him build the wall, and fund the largest deportation effort in history.”View on their website ↗
“When Goodlatte II failed, Andy Barr then led the legal effort in court to defend President Trump’s authority to build the wall.”View on their website ↗
“Whether it was successfully leading the defense of President Trump’s authority in federal court to build the wall in his first term or voting to send record resources to CBP through the Big Beautiful Bill to secure the border, I will always stand side-by-side with the men and women of the NBPC.”View on their website ↗
“Finish the wall. End the invasion. Put Texas first.”View on their website ↗
“Kick Out Illegals & Build the Wall”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jerry worked to pass one of the strongest border security bills in history, including funding to build a border wall and hire a record number of Border Patrol agents.”View on their website ↗
“The open border is a national crisis. Wes supports building the wall, reinstating Remain in Mexico, defunding sanctuary cities, and stopping fentanyl and human trafficking at the source.”View on their website ↗
“Gallrein will team up with President Trump and the Republican Party to finish the wall, fully fund Border Patrol & ICE, secure the border once and for all, and rebuild our military to support our national security to sustain peace and prosperity.”View on their website ↗
“Johnny believes that a physical border wall is a necessity to keep our border secure for years to come.”View on their website ↗
“To protect our nation’s security and sovereignty, I voted to fund the border wall (H.R.695), and I cosponsored the No Funding for Sanctuary Campuses Act (H.R.768) to stop public funding for colleges that do not follow federal immigration law.”View on their website ↗
“I also stood with the President by voting against the Democrats’ resolution to overturn his national emergency order to build the wall on our southern border (H.J.Res. 46).”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border, finish the wall, and let law enforcement do its job.”View on their website ↗
“Paul will fight to finish the wall, end illegal immigration, and restore law and order.”View on their website ↗
“Finish construction of the border wall”View on their website ↗
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“Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws.”View on their website ↗
“America must have strong borders. Jim will fight to finish the wall, enforce immigration laws, and stop the flood of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs pouring into our communities.”View on their website ↗
“I support President Trump's efforts to secure the border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release policies, and deport dangerous criminal illegal immigrants.”View on their website ↗
“Finish the wall, restore order, stop illegal crossings, and put American citizens first.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, Brent will champion President Trump’s priorities: securing the border and finishing the wall, stopping the flow of fentanyl, deporting criminal illegal immigrants, slashing reckless spending, unleashing American energy production, restoring law and order, eliminating DEI mandates, and defending parental rights and traditional values.”View on their website ↗
“As our Congressman, Brent Taylor will stand with President Trump to finish the wall, stop the flow of fentanyl, and put American citizens first.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, he will fight to finish the border wall, restore strong enforcement, deport criminal illegal immigrants, end sanctuary policies, and strengthen cooperation among federal, state, and local law enforcement so Tennessee families are protected.”View on their website ↗
“As a member of the Texas House Appropriations Committee, I put the sovereignty of the Texas border above all else. While the Democrats and Moderate Republicans were trying to tear down Trump’s wall, I fought successfully to appropriate billions of dollars toward finishing the wall and investing in critical border security initiatives.”View on their website ↗
Invest in border technology, including drug detection at ports of entry
9 members“Secure our border. Secure the border by deploying advanced detection technology, strengthening anti-trafficking operations, and modernizing ports of entry to stop fentanyl and human smuggling while keeping lawful trade moving.”View on their website ↗
“We have seen the consequences of a poorly managed border. Peggy believes we need to modernize and invest in the technology and capacity needed to maintain orderly borders for the safety and security of everyone.”View on their website ↗
“Everyone involved with our immigration system today is overburdened: judges, immigrants, border technology and staffing, and legal advocates. We must invest in updating our outdated systems built in the 1900s for the 21st century.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie supports enforcing America’s immigration laws, providing Border Patrol with the personnel, technology, infrastructure, and resources necessary to do its job, and stopping illegal drugs, human trafficking, and criminals from entering the country.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”View on their website ↗
“You go after the cartels directly. That means real investment in detection technology at ports of entry, where most of the fentanyl actually crosses, and going after the money and the trafficking networks instead of chasing headlines.”View on their website ↗
“Chris supports comprehensive, common-sense immigration reform that will help fix our broken system and allow immigrants who work hard and follow the rules get a shot at their American dream. It must also address security on our border by enhancing infrastructure and technology to keep our country safe.”View on their website ↗
“He has also supported legislation to step up enforcement of fentanyl sold on the dark web, crack down on precursor chemicals from China, and install fentanyl scanners at border crossings.”View on their website ↗
“Invest in the people and technology needed to keep our borders safe, while also advocating for common sense, bipartisan immigration reform that provides legal pathways to citizenship for hardworking people, helping grow Nebraska’s economy and key industries in our state, ranging from agriculture to hospitality to healthcare.”View on their website ↗
“Support efforts to provide the personnel, training and technology needed to secure America’s borders.”View on their website ↗
“I will work with anyone from any party to strengthen our immigration system and better control who is coming into this country. We need to properly fund a secure border— including the latest technology— to make sure drug dealers are not slipping through the cracks.”View on their website ↗
“Modernize ports of entry to better detect threats before they enter the country: Develop and deploy cutting-edge X-Ray and other technologies to better detect drugs at ports of entry, where over 90% of the fentanyl comes into the country.”View on their website ↗
“Authored legislation to increase security at ports of entry by installing advanced X-Ray inspection technology systems at Texas-Mexico border crossings.”View on their website ↗
Make border security policies permanent, whoever is president
6 members“I have also cosponsored many pieces of legislation to codify President Trump’s border policies including the Remain in Mexico Act, which would require aliens who are not clearly admissible to return to Mexico while awaiting their immigration proceedings, rather than being released into the United States interior with no accountability, as was done by the Biden administration.”View on their website ↗
“That is why Lamb believes Congress must finally do what it has avoided for years: pass legislation that permanently secures the border and restores enforcement of existing immigration laws.”View on their website ↗
“According to Lamb, securing the border requires more than political rhetoric. It requires consistent enforcement, cooperation between agencies, and long-term legislative solutions.”View on their website ↗
“He argued that Congress must pass permanent immigration reforms that strengthen border security, improve enforcement, and prevent future administrations from reversing successful policies.”View on their website ↗
“President Trump has taken important action to secure the border through executive orders, but executive orders can be undone. That's why we must send proven conservative leaders to Congress who will codify those policies into law, permanently secure our border, and finally fix our broken immigration system.”View on their website ↗
“Lamb also discusses the importance of making successful border security policies permanent through legislation rather than relying solely on executive action.”View on their website ↗
“But executive orders are not permanent. A future administration can reverse every border gain with the stroke of a pen. That is why Lamb is running. Congress must pass permanent legislation that makes these protections impossible to undo.”View on their website ↗
“Lamb praised President Trump's border record and said congressional action must follow to make executive gains permanent. "We've gotta have people that will solidify President Trump's executive orders into long-term beneficial laws," he said.”View on their website ↗
“President Trump has taken important action to secure the border, but executive orders can be reversed. Congress must act to permanently secure our border and ensure future administrations cannot simply undo the progress that has been made. Arizona deserves long-term solutions, not temporary fixes.”View on their website ↗
“While President Trump has taken significant steps to secure the border, executive orders can be reversed by future administrations. Congress must provide permanent solutions.”View on their website ↗
“Congress must act to secure the border permanently so that the next Democrat president cannot allow millions of illegals to flood across our border.”View on their website ↗
“Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws.”View on their website ↗
“Our goal as a country should be to have a secure border – a policy that should not change based on what president or party is in charge – and we have to go after the violent criminals that are here illegally and get them out of our country.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Austin will work alongside President Trump and Republican leaders to codify strong border security policies into law so that our border remains secure — and that no future administration can undo these protections that keep our nation safe.”View on their website ↗
Treat people at the border with dignity
6 members“We can have secure borders and still treat people with dignity.”View on their website ↗
“We need an immigration system that deters illegal entry and secures our border, while treating people humanely and give law-abiding folks a shot at earning citizenship.”View on their website ↗
“We also need immigration reform that secures our border while treating people with dignity and creating a path to citizenship for those already here working hard and contributing to our communities.”View on their website ↗
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”View on their website ↗
“I support a secure border and would work with anyone to make sure our border is strong and secure. We should know who is coming in and out of our country. Our immigration system can be secure without being cruel.”View on their website ↗
“I believe we can secure the border without destroying families and our local economy in the process. We can more effectively attack the flow of fentanyl and other cartel driven drug supply lines into our country.”View on their website ↗
End the release of people caught crossing the border
5 members“Ending catch and release”View on their website ↗
“I have also cosponsored many pieces of legislation to codify President Trump’s border policies including the Remain in Mexico Act, which would require aliens who are not clearly admissible to return to Mexico while awaiting their immigration proceedings, rather than being released into the United States interior with no accountability, as was done by the Biden administration.”View on their website ↗
“End catch-and-release policies”View on their website ↗
“Trever Nehls stands firmly with President Donald J. Trump and will work to pass Trump’s executive actions into permanent law. Congress must help President Trump fully secure the southern border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release permanently, and deport illegal aliens who violate our laws.”View on their website ↗
“I support President Trump's efforts to secure the border, finish the wall, end catch-and-release policies, and deport dangerous criminal illegal immigrants.”View on their website ↗
Keep lawful trade and travel moving at the border
5 members“Secure our border. Secure the border by deploying advanced detection technology, strengthening anti-trafficking operations, and modernizing ports of entry to stop fentanyl and human smuggling while keeping lawful trade moving.”View on their website ↗
“While this announcement was long overdue, I’m grateful that the new rules will take effect in time for the holiday season. It’s good for Aroostook County families, businesses and the region’s economy.”View on their website ↗
“Secure Border. Orderly Immigration. Stop the cartels, enforce the law, and protect legal immigration and commerce”View on their website ↗
“We depend on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce the law, secure the border, and preserve public trust. We also need lawful trade and travel, and an immigration system that works.”View on their website ↗
“Approved the creation of a grant program to reduce wait times for agricultural inspections at ports of entry so that we can process products more quickly without compromising security.”View on their website ↗
Decide asylum and immigration cases faster
4 members“Our immigration system has been broken for decades, and everybody knows it. We need a common-sense system that is orderly, humane, and fair: secure borders, fair and timely asylum processing, legal pathways that encourage more legal immigration, and enforcement that respects the due process of law.”View on their website ↗
“Go back on offense to push for the comprehensive immigration reform that Americans know we need: secure borders, fair and timely asylum processing, citizenship for DACA recipients, legal pathways that encourage more legal immigration, and enforcement that respects the due process of law and basic human dignity. Immigration is a source of strength, vitality, renewal, and growth, and Democrats shouldn’t be afraid to say that.”View on their website ↗
“Pass Commonsense Immigration Reform: Congress has failed in its duty to fix our broken immigration system. We need to invest in border security, increase the number of immigration judges to deal with the massive backlog of cases, and create a path to citizenship for hard working, taxpaying people in this country.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the border the smart way. Cyril supports bipartisan solutions like the Border Act of 2024 to add border agents, judges, and cutting-edge fentanyl detection technology at legal ports of entry—where over 90% of fentanyl is caught.”View on their website ↗
“I strongly believe we need major improvements to our immigration system. We need to streamline the process to ensure cases are handled efficiently and fairly. A system that takes years to reach a decision does not serve anyone. We can secure the border, enforce the law, and uphold our values at the same time.”View on their website ↗
Reinstate the Remain in Mexico policy
3 members“Reinstating the Remain in Mexico policy”View on their website ↗
“The open border is a national crisis. Wes supports building the wall, reinstating Remain in Mexico, defunding sanctuary cities, and stopping fentanyl and human trafficking at the source.”View on their website ↗
“I have also cosponsored many pieces of legislation to codify President Trump’s border policies including the Remain in Mexico Act, which would require aliens who are not clearly admissible to return to Mexico while awaiting their immigration proceedings, rather than being released into the United States interior with no accountability, as was done by the Biden administration.”View on their website ↗
Stop new border wall construction
1 member“The Trump Administration has announced plans to build a border wall near the Rio Grande River stretching a wide swath of the Big Bend region. The Department of Homeland Security has not been transparent on this issue and has not cultivated constructive dialogue with the people and business who would be gravely affected by this disaster. We need a leader in Congress who can be trusted to stand up to the Trump Administration and fight for the Big Bend region. I am fighting not only for today but also for tomorrow, so that 100 years from now, future generations of Texas families and visitors from everywhere, may also have the chance to visit and make lifetime memories amongst the beauty of the Big Bend, not just read about it in history books.”View on their website ↗
Demilitarize the border
1 member“Demilitarize the border.”View on their website ↗
Raised the issue without a specific call
1 member“Jake praised the Trump administration’s reduction in border crossings, criticized the Trump administration’s overreach on immigration enforcement in Minnesota, criticized the Biden administration’s lax approach to the border and enforcement, and pointed to the need to create more legal pathways to citizenship.”View on their website ↗
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