DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas made a rare appearance in the Rio Grande Valley Tuesday. The message coming from Mayorkas was that if Title 42 ends next week, it “does not mean that the border is open beginning May 23.” This guy really does think you are just stupid enough to believe him.

Mayorkas brought along Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz, who used to be in charge of the Rio Grande Valley Sector. He called it a “robust day” of visits as they made four stops along the border near McAllen.

“Secretary Mayorkas and I had an opportunity to meet with our frontline officers, agents and our workforce to ensure that we’re prepared for May 23rd and beyond,” Ortiz said.