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CHILLING THREAT: Democrat Congressman Warns Border Chief 'You Better Hope You Get Pardoned' for Enforcing Law

Gary FranchiFebruary 14, 2026252 views
CHILLING THREAT: Democrat Congressman Warns Border Chief 'You Better Hope You Get Pardoned' for Enforcing Law
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A shocking moment during Tuesday's House Homeland Security Committee hearing has exposed the Left's true intentions for America's border enforcement officers—and it should send chills down every patriot's spine.

Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar of Michigan delivered what can only be described as a naked threat to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott, telling the Trump appointee: "You better hope you get pardoned."

The exchange occurred as Scott defended the administration's aggressive deportation policies and border security measures—policies that are actually enforcing existing federal law for the first time in years.

Conservative media giant Glenn Beck didn't mince words about the Democrat's intimidation tactics. "That's a threat," Beck declared, expressing deep concern over Thanedar's chilling words. "He didn't say, 'You violated the law, and you should be investigated.' What he said was, 'When power changes hands, we're going to punish you for enforcing the law.' That distinction is everything."

Democrats' Revenge Playbook Exposed

Think about what Thanedar just revealed, folks. This isn't about justice or accountability—this is about political revenge against anyone who dares to secure our border and protect American citizens. The Democrats are essentially putting every border agent, ICE officer, and immigration official on notice: enforce the law now, face prosecution later.

This is the same party that spent four years weaponizing the justice system against President Trump and his supporters. Now they're openly threatening career law enforcement professionals for doing their jobs.

"When Democrats tell you who they are, believe them," one congressional source told reporters after the hearing.

Commissioner Scott, to his credit, didn't back down. He's been implementing President Trump's mandate to finally secure our southern border after the Biden regime's catastrophic open-border policies.

But here's the real question every American should be asking: If Democrats are willing to openly threaten border officials in a congressional hearing, what will they do to ordinary citizens who support immigration enforcement? This is how democracies die—when one party promises to criminalize their opponents' legal actions.

Patriots, we're witnessing the Left's authoritarian mask slip completely off. They're not even pretending to respect the rule of law anymore.

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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RetiredVet_TXVerifiedjust now
I served 22 years to protect this country's sovereignty. Watching elected officials threaten people for defending our borders is heartbreaking and infuriating.
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AmericaFirst_AlwaysVerifiedjust now
The intimidation tactics are getting out of hand!
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ConstitutionalConservativeVerifiedjust now
Can someone explain how enforcing existing federal immigration law is now considered criminal behavior? This makes zero sense.
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PatriotMike47Verifiedjust now
This is absolutely disgraceful - threatening a law enforcement official for doing his job? When did enforcing our immigration laws become a crime worthy of prosecution?
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TexasConservativeVerifiedjust now
Exactly right Mike. This is what happens when the left weaponizes the justice system.
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BorderStateResidentVerifiedjust now
I live 20 miles from the border and see the chaos firsthand every day. These officials are trying to protect our communities and this is the thanks they get? Shameful.
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SupportOurBPVerifiedjust now
Thank you for sharing what's really happening down there. The media won't tell the truth.
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LawAndOrder2024Verifiedjust now
Stay safe down there. We appreciate people like you speaking up about what you witness.