In a massive series of Twitter posts, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez withdrew his nomination for director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In an announcement posted on social media Monday afternoon, Gonzalez cited “paralyzing political gridlock” and dysfunction that “threatens America’s heart and soul.” Biden nominated Gonzalez a year ago.
Gonzalez realized he wasn’t going to get the job because it’s been held up in the Senate since March when Senator James Lankford (R-OK) brought up past allegations of domestic abuse.
“On Sunday, I informed President Biden’s administration that I am respectfully withdrawing from consideration for the post of Director of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.”
“More than a year has passed since the President nominated me for this important position, which has not had a Senate-confirmed director since the Obama administration.”
2/5 More than a year has passed since the President nominated me for this important position, which has not had a Senate-confirmed director since the Obama administration.
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) June 27, 2022
“I arrived at this decision after prayerfully considering what’s best for our nation, my family, and the people of Harris County who elected me to serve a second term as Sheriff.”
3/5 I arrived at this decision after prayerfully considering what’s best for our nation, my family, and the people of Harris County who elected me to serve a second term as Sheriff.
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) June 27, 2022
“I am grateful to President Biden for the honor of nominating me, and I wish this administration well as it strives to overcome the paralyzing political gridlock that threatens far more than our nation’s border. Frankly, the dysfunction threatens America’s heart and soul.”
4/5 I am grateful to President Biden for the honor of nominating me, and I wish this administration well as it strives to overcome the paralyzing political gridlock that threatens far more than our nation’s border. Frankly, the dysfunction threatens America’s heart and soul.
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) June 27, 2022
“My love for America and my desire to serve during these contentious times is stronger than ever. Ensuring the safety and security of the people of Harris County is a great honor, and I am fully devoted to continuing to fulfill this responsibility.”
5/5 My love for America and my desire to serve during these contentious…
