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Rep. Rosendale demands answers from Mayorkas on CBP document instructing agents to use preferred pronouns

Rep. Rosendale demands answers from Mayorkas on CBP document instructing agents to use preferred pronouns

Representative Matt Rosendale has recently expressed concerns over a document issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) instructing its agents to use preferred pronouns when interacting with individuals. Rosendale is demanding answers from Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas regarding the directive.

The CBP document and its implications

The CBP document in question is titled “Respecting Pronouns in the Workplace” and provides guidance to agents on how to engage with people using their preferred pronouns. The document suggests that agents should ask individuals for their pronouns and make an effort to use them correctly throughout any interactions.

While the intention behind the document is to promote inclusivity and respect for individuals’ gender identities, Representative Rosendale believes this directive could lead to confusion and potential issues for CBP agents in performing their duties effectively. He argues that the focus should be on enforcing border security rather than mandating specific language usage.

Concerns raised by Rep. Rosendale

Rep. Rosendale has voiced several concerns regarding the CBP document. He questions whether the use of preferred pronouns could compromise an agent’s ability to accurately identify and process individuals during border crossings and other interactions. Additionally, he worries that the directive may create unnecessary bureaucracy and further strain an already overwhelmed CBP workforce.

Furthermore, Rosendale raises concerns about the potential impact on agents’ freedom of speech. He argues that mandating agents to use specific pronouns may infringe upon their First Amendment rights and could result in disciplinary actions if they choose not to comply.

Demands for answers from Secretary Mayorkas

As a response to the CBP document, Rep. Rosendale has sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting clarification and answers to his concerns. He specifically asks whether agents will face disciplinary actions for not using preferred pronouns, and how the CBP plans to address any potential conflicts between this directive and their primary mission of border security.

Rosendale is also seeking information on the development and implementation of the document, including guidance on how agents should exercise discretion when encountering language barriers or individuals who decline to provide their preferred pronouns.

The CBP document instructing agents to use preferred pronouns has sparked controversy and concerns among lawmakers like Rep. Rosendale. While the intention behind promoting inclusivity and respect is commendable, the potential impact on border security operations and agents’ rights cannot be ignored.

As the debate unfolds, it remains to be seen how Secretary Mayorkas will respond to Rep. Rosendale’s demands for answers. The balance between promoting inclusivity and ensuring effective border security will likely continue to be a topic of discussion within the CBP and broader law enforcement agencies.