"Gov. Kristi Noem's Border Visit and Razor Wire Offer Amid Constitution Controversy"

Gov. Kristi Noem falsely claimed that Texas signed a treaty enacting the "first constitution" of the United States, suggesting that Texas had rights to protect itself and defend its people. However, Texas was not admitted to the Union until 1845, long after the Articles of Confederation were signed. Noem also expressed support for Texas and other governors in protecting state sovereignty, despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding the installation of razor wire at the border.