Americans have been increasingly concerned about the nation’s border security over the past four years. Indeed, illegal immigration reached record levels during the Joe Biden administration. Countless communities across America have felt the impact of these failed policies through increased burdens on public services, schools, and healthcare systems.

The consequences of unsecured borders go far beyond economic concerns. For too many families, the true cost has been immeasurable. They suffered the loss of loved ones to crimes that should never have occurred on American soil. Where was the national outrage when these preventable tragedies were happening?

We’ve just learned that the Donald Trump administration is taking decisive action to support Americans most devastated by illegal immigration. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has announced the relaunch of the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office. It was shuttered by the Biden administration in 2021 just months after he took office. Make no mistake – this is a game-changer for families who’ve been ignored for far too long.

From ‘Daily Caller News Foundation’:

“I met with Angel Families who lost a loved one because of an illegal alien who should never have been in our country,” Noem said in a prepared statement. “The previous administration ignored these families and the other victims of illegal alien crime.”

The VOICE Office, originally established during President Trump’s first term in 2017, provides essential support services to victims of crimes committed by illegal immigrants and their family members. These services include helping victims understand the immigration enforcement process, providing assistance with custody status information, and connecting victims with needed social services and resources. Isn’t it remarkable how quickly common-sense initiatives can be restored when an administration actually cares about American citizens?

Giving Voice to the Victims

The relaunch ceremony will include several “Angel Families” who have lost loved ones to crimes committed by illegal immigrants. Among them will be Alexis Nungaray, whose 12-year-old daughter Jocelyn was found murdered in a Houston creek last year. Two Venezuelan illegal immigrants have been accused of sexually abusing and killing the young girl.

Other attendees include Sabine Durden-Coulter, whose son was killed by an illegal immigrant with multiple DUI offenses, and Tammy Nobles, whose 20-year-old daughter was raped and strangled to death by an illegal immigrant teen.

These heartbreaking stories represent just a few of the countless American families whose lives have been forever changed by preventable tragedies. These are tragedies that occurred while the previous administration dismantled immigration enforcement mechanisms. What I find most disturbing is how these families’ suffering was largely ignored by mainstream media outlets that seemed more concerned with pushing narratives than reporting truth.

Tragic Consequences of Failed Policies

The Biden years saw an unprecedented surge in illegal border crossings, with more than eight million encounters recorded. During this period, several high-profile crimes allegedly committed by illegal immigrants made national headlines.

In February of 2024, 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley was murdered while jogging on a college campus in Georgia. Venezuelan illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra was charged with her murder, prompting state and federal lawmakers to pass legislation strengthening immigration enforcement.

These tragedies underscore the real human cost of failed border policies. While the previous administration systematically dismantled immigration enforcement mechanisms built by the Trump White House, American families paid the ultimate price. They were treated as acceptable collateral damage by those who prioritized open borders over citizen safety.

America First Approach Restored

The relaunch of the VOICE Office represents a fundamental shift in priorities for the federal government – putting the needs of American citizens ahead of those who enter our country illegally. It’s about time we had an administration that remembers who they actually work for.

“President Trump and I will continue to remove criminal illegal aliens from our streets and make America safe again,” Noem stated firmly in her announcement of the program’s restoration.

This approach stands in stark contrast to the previous administration’s policies. Many critics argued that the Biden administration prioritized the concerns of those who entered illegally over the safety and security of American citizens.

The VOICE Office relaunch demonstrates that the federal government once again recognizes its primary obligation: protecting the American people. When did that simple concept become controversial?

Key Takeaways

• The Trump administration has restored vital support for victims of illegal immigrant crime.
• Biden’s team eliminated this critical resource while border crossings soared to record levels.
• Angel Families will finally receive the recognition and assistance they deserve.
• Actions speak louder than words: Trump delivers on border security promises.

Source: Daily Caller