TOPEKA, Kan. ( KSNT ) – The conflict at the southern border is stirring a heated debate at the Kansas statehouse.
The Kansas House of Representatives took up a resolution, calling on the Governor to send troops to Texas on Tuesday.
“It’s clear that the federal government has failed in its responsibility under the U.S. Constitution to defend the states from invasion,” Representative Pat Proctor (R-Fort. Leavenworth) said.
Proctor carried the resolution, HR 6035 , calling on the state to stand with Texas. According to the resolution, it affirms state sovereignty and supports Texas in its efforts to combat illegal immigration.
“This is an invasion. This is an invasion,” Proctor emphasized.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle weighed in on the fight for control at the border. Republicans are siding with Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who’s opted to install wire on the border to curtail illegal crossings.
This sparked a conflict with the federal government . Federal officials argued that the move prevented them from reaching migrants in distress.