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State Rep. Phil Green of Michigan has expressed his support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott in the face of what he sees as federal overreach. Green, along with several other Michigan House legislators, sent a letter to Gov. Abbott, emphasizing the importance of protecting states' rights and the ability to safeguard citizens.

The U.S. Department of Justice recently filed a lawsuit against Texas, challenging the state's efforts to protect its sovereignty, security, and citizens. In response, Rep. Green and his colleagues voiced their agreement on the need to resist "tyrannical oversight" and maintain the ability to protect citizens from any potential harm resulting from a federal government takeover.

"Our landowners depend on local control to protect their rights and any overreach from unnecessary trespassing," Green stated in the letter. He further highlighted the Constitutional implications of such federal intervention, specifically referring to the Tenth Amendment, which grants states the authority to police their own borders.

"We believe that Texas should have the right to protect their citizens under the United States Constitution, and that includes the entry of individuals that are trespassing on their soil," Green asserted. He expressed appreciation for Gov. Abbott's unwavering commitment to safeguarding the values and safety of the citizens he represents and upholding the rights of the state.

The letter from Rep. Phil Green and his colleagues underscores the importance of states' rights and the need to protect citizens from federal overreach. It aligns with the belief that Texas should have the authority to defend its borders and ensure the safety of its residents. The support from Michigan House legislators demonstrates a shared commitment to preserving local control and resisting unnecessary intrusion from the federal government.