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politicsimmigration2 years ago

"Biden Presses for Funds Amid Border Surge and Escalating 2024 Political Tensions"

President Joe Biden is facing increased political pressure as a surge of migrants at the southern U.S. border coincides with the lead-up to the 2024 election. With over 10,000 migrants arriving daily, the situation is exacerbating Biden's challenges in securing the border and seeking bipartisan support for immigration reform. Republicans are leveraging the crisis to demand stricter immigration policies in exchange for approving further aid to Ukraine. Despite the administration's efforts to increase deportations and create legal pathways, cities like New York and Chicago are overwhelmed with supporting the influx of migrants. The issue is becoming a significant bipartisan concern, with polls indicating greater public trust in Republicans, particularly former President Trump, to handle immigration and border security. Biden is in discussions with Senate Republicans for a potential compromise on immigration legislation, while humanitarian concerns at the border persist due to the dangerous and unhealthy conditions for migrants.

via USA TODAY|
##2024election#bidenadministration
us-news2 years ago

"Lukeville Border Crossing Reopens January 4 Amid GOP Lawmaker Visit"

The Lukeville Port of Entry in Arizona is scheduled to reopen on Thursday at 6 a.m. MST after a month-long closure due to a migrant surge at the U.S.-Mexico border. U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the resumption of normal operations, emphasizing the continuation of border security missions and the adjustment of operational plans to enforce immigration laws. The closure, which began on December 4, has affected cross-border travel and commerce, prompting calls for increased staffing and resources to secure the border. Operations will also resume at the Morely Gate in Nogales and other specified ports of entry.

via Arizona's Family|
##bordersecurity#customsandborderprotection
politicsimmigration2 years ago

"Sen. Lindsey Graham's Firm Views on Immigration and Ukraine Policy"

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham declared the country "full" and advocated for the deportation of 1.7 million migrants to deter further immigration. He urged President Biden to reinstate Title 42, a WWII-era policy used to expel migrants during the Covid pandemic. Graham emphasized the need to address immigration before providing international aid and predicted mass deportations if Trump were reelected. Meanwhile, Democratic mayors from Chicago and Denver criticized Texas Governor Abbott for sending migrants to their cities without proper coordination, calling for a structured and humanitarian approach to the immigration crisis.

via POLITICO|
##borderpolicy#immigrationcrisis
immigration2 years ago

"Record-Breaking December Border Crossings Prompt High-Level Talks and Political Strife"

U.S. border officials are expected to process a record number of over 300,000 migrants in December, the highest monthly tally ever, including a significant number of families and children. This surge presents a major challenge to President Biden's immigration policies, which have aimed to manage illegal crossings by offering legal entry programs and imposing stricter asylum rules. Despite these efforts, the system is overwhelmed, leading to most migrants being released with court notices due to the inability to conduct immediate asylum screenings and a backlog of cases in the immigration courts.

via CBS News|
##asylumseekers#bidenadministration