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Senator Aric Nesbitt, a member of the Michigan Senate, made several statements on his social media account in late August 2025 addressing issues related to border security, legislative procedures, and gender identity.

On August 24, 2025, Nesbitt issued a warning regarding border enforcement policies, stating: "Smugglers and spies be warned. This isn’t Joe Biden’s @CBP anymore." The comment alludes to recent changes or shifts in U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations under the current administration.

Later that day, Nesbitt addressed legislative practices in Michigan's government. He wrote: "Fact Check: The GOP-led Senate held several advice and consent hearings for Gov. Snyder appointments including the Michigan Public Service Commission, State Treasurer, and the Dept. of Environmental Quality. So…why won’t @WinnieBrinks hold any?" In this statement, Nesbitt questions Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks’ approach to holding confirmation hearings for gubernatorial appointments.

On August 25, 2025, Nesbitt posted a brief message on gender identity: "Boys are Boys. Girls are Girls. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"

Nesbitt has served as a prominent Republican voice in the Michigan Senate and has frequently commented on state governance and national policy matters. The issue of advice and consent hearings referenced by Nesbitt relates to longstanding procedural norms within the Michigan Legislature regarding gubernatorial appointments—a process which historically involved public vetting through committee hearings when controlled by both major parties.

Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks has faced scrutiny from members of the opposition party over transparency and adherence to legislative tradition concerning these appointment processes.

The senator’s comments about border security come amid ongoing debates over federal immigration policy changes following recent administrative transitions in Washington D.C., with CBP undergoing shifts in leadership and operational focus during different presidential administrations.

His remarks on gender identity reflect broader national discussions taking place across legislatures about policies affecting schools and public institutions.