Sound Off: May 24, 2025

Sun Herald readers weigh in on local and national topics:

Fix immigration system

The ongoing crisis at the southern border demands serious attention, yet many Americans are frustrated by what they see as a partisan divide over basic enforcement of immigration laws. Critics argue that Democratic leadership often downplays legitimate concerns about border security, even as communities grapple with the consequences of illegal immigration—from strained public services to increased burdens on law enforcement. Criminal elements exploit the chaos, and Americans deserve policies that prioritize safety, order, and national sovereignty. Rather than dismissing these concerns as xenophobic, political leaders on all sides should acknowledge the real impact on everyday citizens and work toward secure, humane, and lawful immigration reform.

Much better

You can say what you want about President Trump, but the situation at our southern border is unquestionably exponentially better than under President Biden.

Bryant appointment

For President Trump to have appointed former Governor Phil Bryant to oversee the re organization of FEMA is just beyond our comprehension! Mississippi was the hardest hit by Hurricane Katrina. Then Bryant got mixed up in the welfare funds scandal with Brett Favre. What’s to become of us?

Laws are for everybody

If Donald Trump can say before a crowd Liz Cheney should be shot, Jim Comey can post what he wants on social media. I thought JD Vance ran on freedom of speech.

Asinine

The ignorant abuse of power continues as Republican DHS now wants to prosecute Former FBI Chief James Comey, accusing him of making a threat against President Trump by interpreting his “seashell” design 86 47 to be a death threat. Apparently Homeland Security has nothing else to do but seek retribution.

Pro life?

Many rural hospitals, including in Mississippi, are not delivering babies. All this fighting against abortions was just to control women. There is very little actual support for babies or children. It was also a tactic to generate votes.

No foreigners

President Trump has banned Harvard from accepting foreigners. Looks like he’s getting ready for another court loss.

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