Senator Ted Cruz of Texas has called for the death penalty for two illegal immigrants who have been charged with the murder of a 12-year-old girl in Houston. The girl, Jocelyn Nungaray, was found strangled to death in a creek. Cruz pointed fingers at President Biden’s border policies, claiming that they played a role in the tragic death of the young girl.
The suspects, Johan Jose Martinez Rangel and Franklin Pena from Venezuela, are facing capital murder charges. They were seen with Nungaray on the night of the incident before she was killed near a bridge. Investigators were able to track their movements through surveillance footage, revealing the gruesome details of the crime.
Martinez and Pena entered the United States illegally through Texas, as confirmed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Despite being apprehended by the U.S. Border Patrol on separate occasions, both men were released on orders of recognizance with notices to appear.
Senator Cruz called on President Biden to reinstate the Remain in Mexico policy, which was put in place during the Trump administration. This policy required migrants applying for asylum to remain in Mexico while their cases were being processed in U.S. courts. Cruz believes that reinstating this policy and ending catch-and-release practices are crucial steps to prevent further tragedies like the murder of Jocelyn Nungaray.
The murder of Nungaray is just one of many incidents involving crimes committed by illegal immigrants across the country. The Department of Homeland Security expressed condolences to the Nungaray family and emphasized the need to prosecute those responsible for such senseless crimes to the fullest extent of the law.
Senator Cruz’s strong stance on the death penalty for illegal immigrants involved in heinous crimes reflects the growing concern over border security and immigration policies in the United States. The tragic death of Jocelyn Nungaray has sparked a renewed debate on the need for stricter border controls and enforcement measures to ensure the safety of American citizens.
As the nation grapples with the aftermath of this heartbreaking incident, it is clear that more needs to be done to address the challenges posed by illegal immigration and to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. The call for justice for Jocelyn Nungaray underscores the importance of holding accountable those who commit violent crimes, regardless of their immigration status.