Rep. Andy Ogles, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 5th District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Andy Ogles, U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 5th District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Andy Ogles, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Tennessee's 5th district, has expressed concerns through social media regarding current immigration policies and their impact on American communities. Ogles, who succeeded Jim Cooper in 2023, has been vocal about his views on national security and community welfare.
On October 7, 2024, Rep. Ogles criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her handling of immigration issues. He stated: "While Americans in Tennessee and North Carolina are left to struggle, Kamala Harris is actively letting nearly half a million Haitians remain in the U.S. and handing over a staggering $157 million to Lebanon." This statement reflects his belief that the administration prioritizes foreign aid over domestic needs.
Continuing his critique on October 8, 2024, Ogles commented on the broader implications of immigration policies under Harris's leadership: "Kamala Harris’ open-border disaster isn’t just a national security threat—it’s tearing apart our communities. Flooding the U.S. with millions of illegal aliens overwhelms schools, hospitals, and law enforcement, while hardworking Americans foot the bill." He highlighted concerns about the strain on public services due to increased immigration.
A subsequent post by Rep. Ogles on October 8 did not contain any additional commentary but included a link: "https://t.co/wW0rpoMsmf". The content or context of this link was not specified within the tweet itself.
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