Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller visited the Rio Grande Valley on June 22 to address Mexico’s outstanding water debt owed to the United States. The event, titled “Water Crisis in the RGV: A Conversation with Ag Commissioner Sid Miller,” was hosted by the True Texas Project at Revolution City Church in Harlingen.
During his speech, Miller expressed his disagreement with using border closures to pressure Mexico into repaying its debts. He criticized Governor Greg Abbott’s past decision to slow down trucks crossing the border, which he believed harmed farmers and consumers alike, leading to significant losses of agricultural products.
Miller highlighted the importance of maintaining strong trade relationships with Mexico, emphasizing that Mexico is currently the United States’ top trading partner. He advocated for diplomacy over aggressive tactics, stating that friendly nations should not be strong-armed.
Discussing the Trans-Continental Railroad project, Miller outlined its potential benefits in facilitating trade between Mexico, the United States, and Canada. He lamented Mexico’s decision to relocate the railroad route away from Laredo, Texas, in response to border policies, viewing it as detrimental to Texas’ economic interests.
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Miller reassured the audience of his efforts to persuade Mexico to reconsider, citing his involvement in the Tri-National Agriculture Accord and negotiations like the USMCA. He encouraged local farmers and irrigators to unite with their representatives and senators to pressure the White House to intervene.
The audience responded positively to Miller’s remarks, particularly his support for President Donald Trump’s re-election efforts. After his speech, Miller engaged in a lengthy Q&A session, addressing concerns and receiving strong support from Valley farmers and irrigators seeking solutions to their challenges.
