**Texas Republicans Criticize Vice President Harris' Upcoming Visit**

A large group of Texas Republicans, from Governor Greg Abbott to numerous U.S. House members, have openly condemned Vice President Kamala Harris' planned visit to Texas this Friday. They have described the visit as "one of the dumbest political decisions" they have witnessed. Governor Greg Abbott voiced his criticisms to Fox News Digital, accusing Harris and her policies of endangering American lives by allowing over 11 million illegal immigrants and criminals into the country. He underscored former President Donald Trump's effective border policies, advocating for a return to such measures to ensure national security.

Vice President Harris' visit comes just ten days before Election Day, with her agenda including a discussion on Texas' abortion laws following the 2022 Supreme Court overturn of Roe v. Wade. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Senator Ted Cruz joined the chorus of criticism, with Patrick explicitly mocking the idea that Harris and Democratic Senate candidate Colin Allred could gain political traction in Texas. Cruz accused Allred and Harris of sharing radical policies that are detrimental to Texans.

Republican Texas leaders, including Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Ronny Jackson, have pointed to Harris' failure to control illegal immigration as a significant concern, suggesting that her efforts are insincere and dangerous. Asserting that millions of illegal immigrants have crossed the border under her watch, Cornyn emphasized that the situation was far more secure during Trump’s presidency.

In comments given to Fox News Digital, Rep. Dan Crenshaw implored Harris to focus on rectifying the border crisis rather than campaigning, mentioning the tragic case of twelve-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, who was murdered by illegal immigrants in Houston. Rep. Roger Williams and Rep. Wesley Hunt also held Harris responsible for the deaths of young women, attributing these tragedies to her negligent border policies.

Despite the planned political rally, Harris' office did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the perspectives shared by Texas Republicans or the involvement of musician Beyoncé, rumored to be joining the event in Houston. Additionally, Anderson Cooper's recent CNN town hall with Harris raised questions about her stance on the border wall, which she had previously criticized during Trump's administration.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has publicly stated that the Biden-Harris administration dismantled Trump's successful border policies from their first day in office. Paxton claims that the administration has intentionally ignored immigration laws, forcing Texas to fight back through legal means to ensure national safety and security. The Texas Republicans' message is clear: they believe the border issues under Harris’ tenure need urgent attention and change.