Amid ongoing tensions surrounding the use of razor wire on the US-Mexico border in Texas, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has responded to concerns of a possible "civil war" in an interview on Sunday. The tensions between federal and state units in Texas have escalated following a recent Supreme Court ruling that temporarily allows the removal of razor wire along the southern border during ongoing litigation.

The Supreme Court's decision has sparked anger among Republicans who support Texas Governor Greg Abbott's measures to combat illegal immigration in the state. However, the federal government has raised environmental and humanitarian concerns regarding the use of razor wire as a deterrent.

Governor Abbott and his administration remain firm in their stance, claiming that Texas has a constitutional right to self-defense and that they are acting within their authority to secure the Texas border. In an interview on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, Lieutenant Governor Patrick emphasized Texas' constitutional rights and its commitment to defending its citizens and the country.

"We believe constitutionally we are right, we have a right to defend our citizens, we have a right to defend this country, and we are just doing our job," Patrick stated. He also expressed concern about potentially confronting the National Guard and the Department of Public Safety, who he described as the "best of the best."

Democrats, including Texas Representative Joaquin Castro and former Representative Beto O'Rourke, have urged President Biden to federalize Texas' National Guard to prevent Governor Abbott from defying the Supreme Court's ruling. However, Lieutenant Governor Patrick has previously stated that such a move would be a mistake and emphasized the importance of supporting law enforcement and the military.

The concerns over a potential confrontation arose after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requested that Texas allow federal Border Patrol agents access to Eagle Pass' Shelby Park. However, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton rejected the request, leading to further tensions between the state and federal government.

President Biden has signaled his willingness to make "massive changes" to border policy and has requested bipartisan action from Congress. He also expressed his openness to closing the US-Mexico border if a bill addressing border security is presented to him.

The talk of a possible civil war regarding the handling of the southern border has also gained traction on social media platforms. Internet personality Terrence Williams and conservative commentator Carmine Sabia have both voiced concerns about a potential civil war, citing President Biden's handling of the border situation.

The ongoing dispute over the use of razor wire on the US-Mexico border in Texas reflects the deep divisions between federal and state authorities. As the legal battle continues, it remains to be seen how these tensions will be resolved and what impact they may have on the broader immigration debate.