Was DeSantis Shipping Migrants to Martha’s Vineyard a Crime?

The Bexar County, Texas, criminal investigation of the scheme to transport Venezuelan migrants to Martha’s Vineyard continued to gain momentum with Monday’s revelation of the identity of one of the alleged ringleaders. Another one is already well-known: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has taken credit for this stunt. While the investigation is just beginning, what has already been revealed publicly appears to be potentially damaging both to DeSantis and his alleged accomplices.

DeSantis’ on-the-ground recruiters in Texas may face the most serious liability. These recruiters referred to themselves as “Perla” and “Emanuel” to...