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national-security-immigration1 year ago

"Border Patrol Chief Warns of National Security Threat from Illegal Crossings"

US Border Patrol chief Jason Owens has labeled the migrant crisis at the US-Mexico border a "national security threat," expressing concerns about terrorists and dangerous individuals slipping through. With record levels of migrants crossing the border, including thousands claiming asylum and being released into the country, Owens emphasized the need for stronger penalties against offenders and highlighted the presence of individuals with criminal backgrounds among the migrant population. President Biden has criticized Republicans for obstructing a bipartisan deal to address the border crisis, while Owens stressed the importance of border security in national security and the need to prevent exploitation of vulnerabilities at the border.

national-security-immigration2 years ago

"Record-Breaking Migrant Encounters Signal Potential for Unexpected Terror Attacks, Authorities Warn"

Former U.S. Marshal Robert Almonte and Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels have expressed serious concerns about the national security risks posed by the record-breaking number of migrant encounters at the U.S.-Mexico border, with Almonte suggesting that terrorists might exploit the situation to launch an attack when least expected. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported over 302,000 encounters in December and 785,000 since October, including individuals on the FBI's terror watch list. Amidst these security concerns, the Biden administration is seeking $14 billion in border funding, while U.S. officials have met with Mexican President López Obrador to discuss migration issues.