What happens when the federal government refuses to take trafficking seriously? Our communities are left exposed to danger, and victims are left behind. We saw, just this week, the consequences are very real as an Arizona Sheriff’s Deputy was seriously injured stopping a smuggler attempting to traffic children across our southern border.
In the same state where law enforcement heroes are sacrificing life and limb to keep communities safe, survivors of this abuse have little recourse to sue their abusers and receive relief from the criminal justice system. We cannot bring an end to modern day slavery if we allow criminals to abuse our open borders and refuse to offer victims of trafficking a way back into society. Although many Federal and state officials are falling short, thankfully, we are not alone in this fight, as Senator Cruz (R-TX) is working to bring an end to this horrific crime. By increasing accountability for offenders and providing more resources for victims, the United States can set a true example on how to win the fight against traffickers.
