States that issue driver license to illegal alien invaders have caused a national safety problem. It's another example of illegal, lawless actions by the 'sanctuary policy'.

 

Getting illegal truckers off the road

By John M. Grondelski www.americanthinker.com

On August 12, an illegal alien from India killed three people in Florida. He wasn’t the “usual” criminal alien who raped or murdered. He was one of those illegals liberals salute for “working” whose “only” infraction was getting to the United States illegally. Lots of TikTok women on X will announce they have “no f-ing problem” with such “undocumenteds.”

Harjinder Singh killed those three people with a truck. He was driving a semi that made an illegal U-turn on a highway. Three people just happened to be in his way. (Although from India, Singh also failed the “xenophobic” regulations put in place two months ago by the Trump Administration requiring truckers to be literate in English).

How was Singh driving? Because California gave him a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). In keeping with the Golden State’s sanctuary policies, the legal status of driver license applicants is not asked.

Gavin Newsom shares responsibility for the blood of those dead people. He’ll try to deflect but the man could not have been driving a semi without a California CDL.

Sanctuary jurisdictions almost certainly will try to continue their policies when it comes to driving. They’ll also certainly insist that driver licensing is a “state right” and they will continue to do what they’re doing because “it promotes public safety.” How do we stop this insanity?

I have two solutions.

First, much of the business semis do involves interstate commerce. The Constitution’s interstate commerce clause has been stretched by liberals for decades to ground their policy choices. It was the justification, for example, to impose Obamacare mandates.

It’s time conservatives fought fire with fire. Let’s simply require that any truck crossing state lines must have a “Real ID” CDL. To obtain a “Real ID” license, one must prove legal status, i.e., that one is a citizen or lawfully admitted to the United States.

Our current two-tier system -- states issue “Real IDs” and their own non-compliant state licenses -- is the loophole by which sanctuary jurisdictions put illegals on the road. Some conservatives, citing “privacy” and “the cure is worse than the disease” arguments, are willing to go along with the status quo. They claim it would be “too intrusive” for the federal government to enforce.

That might be true of ordinary driver licenses, though I believe this could be addressed. But CDLs are a different reality.

First, while the categories do not wholly overlap, most vehicles for which a CDL are needed also need Operating Authority numbers from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Congress, exercising interstate commerce powers, can stipulate that the FMCSA cannot certify a vehicle eligible for a number unless the owner certifies that the vehicle will not be operated by any driver lacking a Real ID CDL.

Second, while ‘sanctuary” jurisdictions might try to ignore these rules (unless Congress threatens to withhold their highway money), many states require trucks to stop for inspection at weigh stations. Law-abiding states could yank non-Real ID CDLs and their drivers when being inspected. They could also notify the FMCSA of a vehicle being operated in this manner to decertify its authorization. If the vehicle is licensed by a non-sanctuary state (e.g., driver is hired to drive for a company and doesn’t own his truck), those states could also be incentivized to cancel registration if the vehicle is involved in loss of previously held FMCSA Operating Authority. The same rules could be applied to any truck pulled over a legitimate traffic stop.

Companies owning trucks will have plenty of economic incentives not to risk their vehicle losing operational rights at the hands of illegals.

A federal requirement would degrade the value of non-Real ID state-issued CDLs. They’d essentially only be useful for intrastate commerce. We do run the risk of contiguous sanctuary states (e.g., much of the Northeast or the Pacific coastline) ignoring the rule and honoring their neighboring states’ non-compliant CDLs, but that is just the latest iteration of the “state nullification” theory advanced by Democrats during the Civil War, a nefarious idea we thought buried in 1865.

In any event, interstate commerce is subject to federal oversight even among “wink-and-nod” sanctuary states, so any truck intercepted elsewhere having been identified in “sanctuary interstate commerce” could lose FMCSA authorization. It’s also why we should incentivize “purplish” states (e.g., Arizona, New Hampshire) that don’t give illegals licenses to give extra attention to trucks from sanctuary states entering their territory.

We don’t have to sacrifice Americans because “hardworking” illegals (who have no right to work) get drivers licenses from sanctuary states to operate 18-wheelers. The power for the federal government to stop this is there. Let’s use it.

 

The cartels in Mexico cause chaos and misery for Mexican citizens. The 'Border War Zone' has moved to Culiacan.

 

Bullets in Sinaloa

By Silvio Canto, Jr.  www.americanthinker.com

Sinaloa is a Mexican state in northwest Mexico. To the west, it's the Pacific Ocean and to the east a couple of other states. The largest city is Culiacan, a city of about a million people and a place that most of us didn't hear much about until a famous cartel came into the news, i.e., the Sinaloa cartel.

In recent days, bullets are flying in Sinaloa because the cartels are fighting each other for territory as well as angry over their leader’s capture. This is the story:

August 10 was, for many in Mexico, a quiet Sunday like any other. But in Sinaloa -- a northwestern state facing the Pacific -- it was no ordinary Sunday. That day, 17 homicides were committed: one every 85 minutes.

According to Mexican government figures, it was the most violent day of 2025 in Sinaloa, exceeding every other state in the country. Sunday’s killings were some of the latest in a spate of violence that has gripped the state following the surprise arrest of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, who authorities say is a long-time leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, one of Mexico’s oldest and most violent criminal organizations.

Since his capture, homicides in Sinaloa have risen by more than 400%, according to an analysis of public data conducted by CNN.

A friend who lives down there told me that it's scary everywhere. As often happens down in Mexico, the bullets often hit innocent people enjoying a coffee, a Saturday night dinner, or even a trip to a shopping center. The shooting is intense.

As I hear from other friends in Mexico, the cartels are also fighting for routes to the U.S. It's a consequence of shutting down the border, so the cartels are fighting each other to bring their business up north.

It's tough to live in those circumstances but people down there don't see much of a change coming.

This once great American Republic has a tremendous amount of work to do - this post explains our herculean task!

 

The misunderstood melting pot: America’s identity under siege

By M. Ray Evans www.americanthinker.com

The “melting pot” is one of the most misunderstood concepts in America today. Born from Israel Zangwill’s 1908 play, The Melting Pot, it painted a vision of immigrants from all corners of the world blending into a unified American culture—adopting shared values, speaking English, and embracing the principles of liberty and self-reliance that define the nation. It was about becoming American, not just living in America. Today, progressives and globalists have twisted this idea into a hollow celebration of multiculturalism, claiming that tossing people from every culture together, with no expectation of unity, somehow makes us stronger. This lie is tearing apart the nation’s foundation, and Americans are fed up with seeing their identity eroded by those who refuse to assimilate.

The original melting pot was a contract. Immigrants—whether Irish, Italian, or German—came with nothing but grit and a willingness to adapt. They learned English, celebrated American holidays, and raised their kids to honor the flag and the Constitution. They didn’t demand special treatment or cling to old-world ways; they melted into a culture built on Judeo-Christian roots, hard work, and loyalty to the United States. That process created a nation unlike any other—one where shared values trumped tribal differences. It wasn’t perfect, but it worked, forging a people who led the world in freedom and prosperity.

Now, that vision is under attack. The left’s version of the melting pot isn’t about unity—it’s about division. They push “diversity” as a virtue, encouraging foreigners to keep their languages, customs, and allegiances, no matter how much they clash with American principles. Neighborhoods where English is barely spoken and foreign flags fly proudly are spreading. This isn’t blending; it’s fragmentation. The expectation of assimilation has been replaced with demands for accommodation, as if America should bend to every newcomer’s whims. Schools teach in foreign tongues, cities tolerate practices that violate our laws, and activists cry “bigotry” when anyone dares demand loyalty to the nation. This isn’t a melting pot—it’s a mess.

The consequences are clear. When foreigners refuse to adopt American values, they bring ways of life that don’t fit. Some cling to collectivist ideologies that mock individual liberty. Others push religious or cultural practices—whether rooted in tribalism or rigid traditions—that reject equality and freedom. Progressives cheer this as “cultural richness,” but it’s a betrayal of what made America great. If your homeland’s ways are so superior, why come here only to recreate them? The melting pot was supposed to transform immigrants into Americans, not transform America into a patchwork of foreign enclaves.

This isn’t about one group—it’s about a broader failure. Across the board, too many arrive without learning the language or respecting the culture. They demand rights without responsibilities, expecting handouts while contributing nothing to the nation’s spirit. Some bring values that glorify violence or oppression, incompatible with a country founded on life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Social media users nail it when they call out “diversity” as a buzzword for dismantling the shared identity that holds us together. One post put it bluntly: “The melting pot meant becoming American, not turning America into a free-for-all.” That’s the heart of the issue—without assimilation, we’re not a nation; we’re a collection of strangers.

The economic and social toll is undeniable. Unchecked immigration overwhelms schools, hospitals, and communities, draining resources meant for citizens. Crime rises in areas where cultural clashes fester, and taxpayers foot the bill for welfare and services that reward those who don’t integrate. The left’s obsession with open borders and multiculturalism only deepens the divide, pitting newcomers against those who cherish America’s heritage. Trump’s 2025 crackdown, with boosted funding for deportations and border security, is a start—hundreds of thousands arrested, thousands sent back, millions self-deporting—but it’s not enough. Legal immigration, too, needs a hard look. Programs that bring in workers who don’t prioritize American values risk creating enclaves that weaken national unity.

The root problem is a refusal to enforce the melting pot’s original promise: assimilate or leave. Too many immigrants want the benefits of America—jobs, safety, opportunity—without embracing its soul. They fly foreign flags at protests, demand special laws, or push beliefs that undermine the Constitution. The left’s narrative—that every culture is equal and must be preserved—ignores the truth that not all values align with America’s. A nation without a shared identity isn’t a nation at all. It’s a house divided, ready to collapse.

Restoring the melting pot means demanding commitment. First, make English mandatory—no more bilingual schools or government forms catering to those who won’t learn the language. Second, require legal immigrants to pass tough civics tests, proving they understand and respect America’s founding principles. Third, limit immigration to levels that allow integration, not overload. Fourth, end policies like chain migration and birthright citizenship for those here illegally, which incentivize gaming the system. Finally, deport anyone who rejects American values or brings harm to our way of life. This isn’t hate—it’s survival. A nation that can’t define itself won’t last.

The melting pot isn’t a myth, but it’s been sabotaged by those who’d rather see America fractured than united. It’s time to fight for the country’s soul—demand assimilation, protect our values, and reject the lie of multiculturalism. Join organizations like the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) or find local rallies to push for policies that restore the true melting pot. Stand up, speak out, and demand that those who come here become American—or go home.

It sounds like a good plan - a plan to correct horrible consequences of the illegal alien invasion.

 

Medieval disease outbreaks?

By Jim Davis www.americanthinker.com

Has anyone noticed the incredible scrutiny that left-wing propaganda bureaus (formerly known as “news media”) give to every little disease outbreak?

 Let’s take measles, for example. It’s a virtually harmless childhood disease. You get measles once, and you’re immune for life.

When I was a child, whenever any of our friends got the measles, it was time for a slumber party. All the kids who weren’t immune from previous outbreaks got the measles, and stayed home from school for a few days.

Our parents planned it that way. Development of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine in the 1970s put an end to this “abusive” practice. Nowadays, measles outbreaks are front-page news.

·         From my hometown NBC affiliate, WEEK-TV in Peoria, Illinois: “US nears its highest measles case count in more than 30 years.”

·         From ABC News: “2 dead and at least 58 sick from growing Legionnaires' disease cluster in New York City.”

·         The worst appears to be tuberculosis. It’s an airborne disease, there is no cure, and it’s fatal.

·         The arrival of monkeypox also got a lot of fanfare. The Healthcare Industrial Complex got over its self-imposed censorship about all LGBTQ diseases for about ten minutes, to admit that it’s spread by homosexuals.

In Southern California, there was a typhus outbreak in 2018. It became so widespread that a deputy district attorney got infected. The local NBC affiliate was quick to blame it on pervasive rat infestations, which plague all big cities.

My question is, “How did the first rat get infected?” Because typhus, a medieval plague, was virtually eradicated in America in the 1960s. How did that first rat get infected, if the disease was eradicated 50 years earlier?

It’s pretty obvious to me.

For my entire lifetime, SoCal has been the Promised Land for both illegal immigrants and the homeless. Both populations went through the roof and into orbit in our big cities in the past 35 years. Neither one of these groups is carefully screened for diseases or immunization histories.

That’s how these diseases enter the United States after they’ve been eradicated.

Both groups are living in close quarters. Homeless people crowd into squalid camps and homeless shelters; illegal immigrants may have ten or twelve people in a two-bedroom apartment.

 (AI illustration by the author, using Grok & DeepImg.)

And that’s how these diseases are spread.

Deport all the illegals. Clear out all the homeless camps, and put the homeless people who need it (nearly all of them) in rehab, or in mental institutions. Watch these medieval disease outbreaks become a thing of the past again.

Yes, it’s expensive and time-consuming. For the homeless who are seriously mentally ill, it will mean a lifetime in institutions — in other words, going back to the way it was in the 1980s, which wasn’t the Middle Ages. 

This would require a modest change in federal law, lowering the legal standard for involuntary commitment. It’s more kind and generous than leaving them on the street.

I’m sure our sensitive, caring friends in the cities and states that are so blue, they’re ultraviolet — where most of America’s homeless have gathered, due to the ready availability of drug dealers and liquor stores — will provide plenty of social workers.

These professionals can determine whether a particular homeless person belongs in rehab (about half), a psychiatric ward (probably one-third), or a homeless shelter, where a lot of space would quickly become available. After all, roughly 80% of the homeless would be in rehab or a psychiatric ward.

Notice that this solution solves a whole lot of problems that are much bigger than an outbreak of the measles.

Consider getting rid of these disease outbreaks a fringe benefit of solving the two biggest problems (besides Democrats) in our big cities: illegal immigration and homelessness, both magnetically attracted by Democrats.

At the same time, the Healthcare Industrial Complex can start doing its job right, by permanently getting over its self-imposed censorship to loudly identify the biggest remaining threat to public health in America: LGBTQ everything.