The National Border Patrol Council, the official union representing U.S. border patrol agents, formally endorsed former President Donald Trump during a rally in Prescott Valley, Arizona, on Sunday.

Former president Donald Trump poses for a photo with Border Patrol agents backstage at a rally at the Findlay Toyota Center on Oct. 13, 2024, in Prescott Valley.

The endorsement marks significant support for Trump from the union as he continues his campaign for the 2024 presidential election.

During the rally, Trump addressed the crowd and expressed gratitude for the endorsement, stating, “I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the entire union of the border patrol agents, the National Border Patrol Council.”

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Trump emphasized that the decision was unanimous, describing it as “thousands of people” coming together in support.

Paul Perez, the president of the National Border Patrol Council, joined Trump on stage to address the crowd.

Perez delivered a strong message, warning of the consequences if Kamala Harris wins the 2024 election. “If we allow border czar Harris to win this election, every city, every community in this great country is going to go to hell,” Perez said, citing the influx of unvetted individuals who have entered the country, leading to increased crime rates including “murders, rapes, robberies, and burglaries.”

Perez voiced his support for Trump as the only candidate capable of resolving the border crisis. “Only one man can fix that. That is Donald J. Trump,” he told the crowd, adding that Trump has consistently stood by the men and women protecting the border and risking their lives for the country.

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Perez also emphasized the stark choice voters face in November: either allow the chaos to continue at the southern border with criminal cartels controlling drug and human trafficking, or vote to restore order.

He highlighted the threat posed by the smuggling of drugs, particularly fentanyl, which has devastated communities across the nation.

“On behalf of the 16,000 men and women represented by the National Border Patrol Council, we strongly support and endorse Donald J. Trump for President of the United States,” Perez declared, signaling the union’s firm backing for Trump.

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Supporters wait in line outside the Findlay Toyota Center ahead of a Donald Trump rally on Oct. 13, 2024, in Prescott Valley.

Following the endorsement, Trump expressed his appreciation for the council, calling them an “incredible group of people” and reiterating his commitment to supporting the agents who protect the U.S. border.

As Trump continues to campaign for votes in key battleground states, he took the opportunity at the rally to criticize Kamala Harris and vowed never to allow the U.S. military to become “woke.” During the event, Trump also showed a clip from the film Full Metal Jacket on a screen behind him, featuring R. Lee Ermey’s drill sergeant character, before humorously transitioning into a mock “pride month” announcement.

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In addition to addressing border security, Trump promised to prioritize reducing violent crime and supporting law enforcement if elected.

The rally in Arizona, a critical swing state, is part of Trump’s broader effort to galvanize voters ahead of the November 2024 election.

According to a recent poll conducted by the Wall Street Journal, the race between Trump and Harris remains extremely close in several key battleground states.

The survey, conducted between September 28 and October 8, found that Trump and Harris are tied in North Carolina and Wisconsin, while Harris holds slight leads in Arizona and Georgia.

Trump’s biggest advantage is in Nevada, where he leads Harris 49% to 43%. Pennsylvania also remains close, with Trump leading 47% to 46%.

Voters in the poll indicated they trust Trump more when it comes to handling the economy, inflation, and border security.

As the election nears, both candidates are expected to intensify their efforts to win over voters in these key states.

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