"House GOP Balances Border Policy and Shutdown Threats in 2024"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
In an interview on "Face the Nation," House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the need for policy changes to address the immigration crisis at the U.S. border, citing national security concerns and humanitarian issues. He criticized the current administration's handling of the situation, advocating for the reinstatement of the "Remain in Mexico" policy and an end to "catch and release." Johnson argued that the White House's policy choices have exacerbated the crisis and that the administration's failure to enforce existing laws is a significant part of the problem. He also expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of increased funding without policy changes and highlighted the importance of legal immigration while distancing himself from former President Trump's more extreme rhetoric on the issue.