Sovereign America

MISSION

Sovereign America exists to secure our borders, defeat the cartels, and restore law and order. By aligning state and federal enforcement, ending sanctuary cities, and reforming immigration, we will protect America’s sovereignty and safety for generations to come.

Focus Areas / Policy Pillars

Secure the Border for Good
End the chaos at our southern border through physical barriers, advanced technology, and empowered enforcement.
End Sanctuary Cities
No city should shield those who break our laws. States must restore the rule of law by prohibiting sanctuary policies that harbor criminal activity and undermine federal enforcement.
Defeat the Cartels
Drug and human trafficking organizations threaten our communities every day. We must dismantle cartel operations through joint state–federal action and international accountability.
Reform the Broken Immigration System
Prioritize merit-based legal immigration that strengthens our economy and upholds the integrity of citizenship.
Rebuild an Accountable U.S.–Mexico Partnership
Leverage trade, security, and diplomatic tools to ensure Mexico is a true partner in stopping illegal immigration, combating cartels, and protecting American sovereignty.

Team

Bella Grabowski

Sovereign and Strong America Campaign Director

Cooper Smith

Director, Homeland Security and Immigration

Kassidy Scott

Policy Analyst, Homeland Security and Immigration

Tony H. Pham, Esq.

Senior Fellow, Homeland Security and Immigration

Emilio Gonzalez

Senior Fellow, Homeland Security and Immigration

Latest

Commentary | January 15, 2026

Minnesota’s Unconstitutional Lawsuit Against DHS Has No Legal Basis and Must Be Dismissed

The state of Minnesota is suing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). But do they have a case? The Constitution and over 200 years of precedent are unambiguous: Minnesota has no legal right to prevent the lawful exercise of federal immigration authority.

News | January 14, 2026

AFPI Statement on New Jersey Sanctuary Bills and the Cost of Illegal Immigration

Trenton, NJ—The America First Policy Institute–New Jersey (AFPI-NJ) condemns the newly enacted state sanctuary policies and urges the advancement of policies that protect taxpayers and preserve the rule of law. Matthew T. Rooney, Executive Director of AFPI–New Jersey, issued the following statement in response to the recently passed legislation and a report detailing the fiscal impact of illegal immigration on New Jersey taxpayers:

Explainer | January 13, 2026

America’s Student Visa Program Should Not Give China a Pass

With aggressive oversight, the Trump Administration has fundamentally changed the dynamic regarding student visas, implementing a series of much-needed, integrity-based measures. President Trump has made it clear that America will no longer allow foreign students to receive an American education while engaging in violence, spreading dangerous ideologies, or supporting entities that are hostile to America’s interests. President Trump also challenged elite American universities—which reap significant revenue from foreign students—to change their business practices to prioritize Americans.

Op-Ed | January 9, 2026

Mayor Frey, ICE is not ‘sowing chaos.’ You are. Please resign.

State Model Policy | December 4, 2025

Removal Roadmap: How States Can Fuel Immigration Enforcement

With the border largely secure under President Trump’s leadership, elected officials at all levels of government must now turn their legislative and executive priorities towards the removal of illegal aliens, especially those with criminal records, final orders of removal, or affiliations with criminal organizations. While the administration has realized remarkable progress on removals, with nearly 550,000 deportations at the time of writing, the historic achievement of a genuine mass deportation remains a challenge that requires meaningful action at all levels of government.