Open Letter to Governor Gavin Newsom

Dear Governor Newsom,

I write to you not as an American citizen, but as a deeply concerned Nigerian observing recent events in your state with growing alarm. The violent attacks on ICE agents in Los Angeles have made headlines far beyond your borders. What is unfolding in California sends troubling signals to the international community  not only about the safety of your cities but about the state of law and order in one of the most influential parts of the United States.

Reports suggest that some of these violent attacks against ICE agents who are lawfully caring out their duties to enforce Immigration laws.

I am particularly disturbed by the Democrats accounts indicating that the United States’ is a racist country and that President Trump and Border Czar Tom Homan is carrying out an illegal acts and blame for the ICE attack by these miscreants.

Lets not also forget that FBI under the leadership of Director Kash Patel and Department of Justice under AG Pam Bondi has reiterate that attacks on law enforcement agents will not be tolerated.

Nigeria has firsthand experience with terrorism and instability. We understand all too well how extremist groups infiltrate borders, weaponize disorder, and take advantage of weak enforcement. What happens in the United States does not stay within your borders. It reverberates across the world, especially in nations like ours where youth see the United States of America as a symbol of opportunity and order.

Governor Newsom, it is critical to ask: what message does California’s response or lack thereof send to the world? That federal agents can be attacked in broad daylight without swift and meaningful consequence? That lawlessness is tolerable if it serves a political narrative?

Illegal immigration is not a uniquely American issue. Every sovereign country must manage its borders. Encouraging lawful immigration is not in question but ignoring illegal entry, especially when it contributes to violence and insecurity, undermines your state’s credibility and the safety of your citizens.

With the National Guard now deployed by President Donald Trump, this is clearly a crisis moment and you should bear the immense responsibility of leading not only your state but influencing the moral and legal direction of the country. Should this situation continue to spiral, many around the world  myself included will question whether you are prepared to take on the even greater responsibilities some say you seek in national office.

I also call on the Mayor of Los Angeles, Karen Bass and other local leaders to take this seriously. This is not just a domestic issue  it’s an international one. The United States, once a model for governance and security, must not allow itself to descend into chaos under the watch of those entrusted with its protection.

Say what you will about President Trump many outside your borders saw in him a clarity of purpose regarding national security that is often lacking in today’s rhetoric. That clarity is urgently needed now.

Governor Newsom, this is a time to rise above politics and lead with boldness, principle, and a deep respect for the rule of law. The world is watching.

Respectfully,

Oladigbo Olalekan Efficient

writes from Itaoluwo Ikorodu Lagos, Nigeria