In a world where Hollywood celebrities are known more for their eccentricities than their intellectual contributions, it’s almost refreshing to witness the latest saga: Kim Kardashian versus the Department of Homeland Security. Yes, folks, it’s exactly the showdown you didn’t know you needed. Kim has taken a stand, voicing her concerns about deportations while the rest of us mere mortals wonder if she’s ever considered turning her sprawling mansion into a sanctuary for those she so passionately defends.
As expected, Hollywood’s elite, including Kim, are coming out strong, lamenting the deportation of illegal immigrants. This is the same crowd that usually stays silent during other critical issues, like when actual crimes happen to their fellow Americans. Yet, the question that seems to boggle the minds of many is why these well-off stars have yet to house any of the folks they’re protesting for, in their palatial homes. Their sympathy seems to only reach as far as their social media posts, leaving us to wonder, why not put your multi-million dollars where your mouth is?
The Department of Homeland Security, unsurprisingly unfazed, pointed out a rather harsh reality check. It turns out the majority of those being deported are not the innocent and hardworking types Kim gushes over, but rather, individuals with serious criminal records. From child molesters to drug traffickers, these aren’t folks you want as neighbors. One can’t help but notice the silence from Kim and others when it comes to acknowledging these less-than-savory facts.
Moreover, the notion that these celebrities are deeply in touch with historical facts is a bit of a stretch. Somehow the narrative skips over a few centuries of history. But hey, who needs facts when you’ve got Instagram likes?
The real kicker is watching these celebrities, encased in luxurious bubbles, advocate for policies that never seem to touch their own lives. Those in gated communities with private security are perhaps the least impacted by any supposed immigration chaos. Yet here they are, sharing words plucked straight from publicist scripts instead of genuine conviction. How about sharing some of that luxury and security with the folks they keep talking about?
At the end of the day, maybe we should thank Kim and friends for the laughs. Their earnest, albeit misguided, efforts keep us entertained. But for all their talk, what ordinary Americans really want to know is when these celebrities will open their own doors and truly mean what they say. Until then, enjoy the show because it seems like that’s all it is—a show.
