Calls for Texas and Alaska to Secede from the US
Calls for Texas to secede from the US are growing louder, with advocates saying it could stop migrant flows from Mexico without federal government interference. Alaska is the most secessionist-leaning state, followed by California and New York. Republicans generally support secession more than Democrats, and younger adults are more in favor than elders.
Key Points
- Alaska is the most secessionist-leaning state in the US
- Republicans generally support secession more than Democrats
- Younger adults are keener on secession than their elders
Pros
- Potential to control immigration without federal government interference
- States with economic clout could thrive independently
Cons
- Legal scholars argue that the US Constitution does not allow states to secede
- Secession could lead to further political polarization and tensions