In a bold move emblematic of the leadership and resolve that is sorely lacking in this country, Governor Bill Lee of Tennessee has decided to deploy 50 members of the Tennessee National Guard to the southern border, sending a clear message that when the federal government fails in its duties, the states must step in.

It's no secret that the Biden administration's approach to immigration has been nothing short of catastrophic. By reversing the stringent border policies of the previous administration, they've rolled out the red carpet for an unprecedented surge in illegal crossings. Take the staggering 300,000 encounters in December alone for example. Our nation is suffering, and it’s all at the hands of the feds.

Tennessee is rising up to the occasion to help and secure our borders while the federal government sits on its hands and does nothing. Remember, this isn’t about politics, this is about national security, and the states, at this point, must lead the charge.