WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a resolution denouncing the July 7th attack on a border patrol facility in McAllen, Texas. This resolution is sponsored by Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX).

“The work of law enforcement—whether police, border patrol, or any other agency—is the work of a hero,” said Rep. Simpson. “The recent purposeful attacks on brave ICE officers and Border Patrol agents have been a direct result of the dangerous rhetoric and false information spread by the Left. The 700% rise in assaults on ICE agents is no coincidence, and I encourage the Left to take a hard look at themselves in the mirror. These heroes risk their lives every day to secure our borders and protect our communities – they deserve our respect and appreciation.”

On July 7th, 2025, a shooter armed with tactical gear and a rifle opened fire on Border Patrol agents as they arrived at a Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas. According to DHS, two officers and a border patrol employee were injured before the suspect was neutralized. Law enforcement believes the attack was a purposeful ambush targeting Border Patrol officials.

Congressman Simpson is an original cosponsor of this important resolution. The full text is available here.