Rep. Maxwell Frost Blasts Musk and Trump on Immigration and Authoritarianism

May Day Remarks on Immigration and Authoritarianism

• ✊ Rep. Maxwell Frost delivered remarks on International Workers Day (Mayday) criticizing neofascist and authoritarian figures who blame immigrants for national problems.
• 🗣️ He highlighted his own Haitian heritage and his role as the first Afro-Cuban in Congress, emphasizing that immigrants are the blood of the nation.

Critiques of Trump and Musk

• 🚫 Frost directly addressed Donald Trump, stating "no more," and Elon Musk, asserting "we're not going to have a billionaire takeover of our nation."
• ⚖️ He argued that the Constitution applies to every person on U.S. soil, not just citizens, and criticized the targeting of immigrants based on their appearance or origin as racist and white supremacy.

The Power of the People and Solidarity

• ⚠️ Frost described authoritarians as weak and never satisfied, noting they exploit quietness and opposition to overstep laws.
• 💪 He stressed that the people's power is greater than those in power and that solidarity requires action, not just empathy or prayer.
• 🛠️ The speech called for organizers and politicians to be on the streets, acting as the opposition rather than just the minority.

Legacy of Labor Organizing

• ✊ Frost invoked the legacy of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, referencing the phrase "Sí, se puede" (Yes, we can).
• 🌱 He urged attendees to apply this spirit to current struggles for immigrant and worker rights, emphasizing the need for sweat equity on the line.
• ❤️ The core message centered on love, ensuring safety, dignified jobs, and livable wages for all.