By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Chris Landry, a Canadian national and green card holder living in New Hampshire, was denied entry back into the United States after a family vacation and had his green card revoked. He was detained for questioning at a Maine border crossing, where he was informed of decades-old misdemeanor convictions. Landry, who had previously supported President Trump, now feels differently, blaming the current administration’s policies for the sudden change in his legal status after having lived in the country since he was a toddler. U.S. Customs and Border Protection defended their decision, stating that possessing a green card is a privilege, not a right. He is currently staying in Canada and hopes to be allowed back into the U.S. to live with his children.
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MAGA Dad Reverses Trump Support After He’s Denied Entry to U.S.
So, Chris Landry, a 46-year-old Canadian who’s essentially a New Hampshire native, gets turned away at the U.S. border. For decades, he’s hopped back and forth to visit his home country without a hitch. Now, suddenly, it’s a problem. And what’s the immediate reaction? He feels “torn from my family.” The world seems to have “disregarded” his life. It’s a stark contrast to what some might call the prevailing sentiment among his political cohort – a sort of “it’s okay when it happens to *them*,” attitude.
This whole situation really boils down to the classic “consequences of my own actions” scenario. This is the part where we’re supposed to feel sympathy, but honestly, it’s hard to muster. The same policies that this MAGA dad likely cheered on – the ones aimed at making immigration tougher, at separating families, at creating all sorts of bureaucratic hurdles – are now biting him in the proverbial behind. You supported it, Chris. Now, you get to experience it firsthand.
The thing about conservatives, as it’s so often pointed out, is their stunning predictability. They stand against things until, suddenly, those things affect them personally. There’s no grand philosophical reckoning, no sudden about-face based on moral principles. It’s pure, unadulterated self-interest. It’s a painful lesson, but a lesson nonetheless. It’s a testament to the idea that wanting to weaponize immigration policies against others can, inevitably, backfire spectacularly.
And here’s the thing. It’s not like the guy was shy about his support for Trump. He was apparently fine with the rhetoric, the questionable character of the man himself, all the ugliness. It was all acceptable until it directly inconvenienced him. It’s almost like the old saying about leopards and faces… It’s a clear illustration of the “rules for thee, but not for me” mentality that seems to permeate a certain segment of the political landscape.
Consider the absurdity of it all. You’re fine with policies that might tear other families apart, policies that might cause immense suffering, and then – *poof* – it happens to you, and suddenly it’s a crisis. The lack of awareness, the breathtaking selfishness… it’s all just staggering. It’s not about the bigger picture, the ethical implications, the human cost. It’s about *me*, and *my* personal experience. That’s all that seems to matter in these cases.
The reaction to this whole situation is, understandably, not one of sympathy. It’s a hearty serving of “you reap what you sow.” And really, who can blame people for that? It’s difficult to empathize with someone who’s suddenly reversing course on their political stance simply because they’ve experienced the consequences of said stance. It’s a hard dose of reality, and frankly, it’s pretty delicious to watch.
The schadenfreude is palpable. The “sad trombone” music is playing. It’s hard not to laugh, knowing that this is, sadly, a pattern. It’s like a broken record. It’s the same story, different names. A Trump supporter feels the sting of Trump’s policies and suddenly sees the light. It’s almost become a genre of news article. “Trump voter regrets vote after it affects them.” And, again, it’s understandable why so many people feel this way.
Ultimately, this story underscores the fundamental problem of basing your political convictions on self-interest rather than principle. It’s a reminder that supporting policies that harm others, with the idea that you’ll somehow be immune, is a dangerous game. The consequences, as Chris Landry has found, can be swift, and sometimes, incredibly ironic. It’s a cautionary tale, a bit of a lesson in “what goes around comes around,” and a perfect example of why blind allegiance to any politician is a recipe for disappointment, at best. The fact that this happens time and again, and that the pattern is so consistent, just speaks to the core lack of introspection and ethical consistency that characterizes this particular phenomenon.