Staff Reports
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are headed to the southern border on Thursday to tackle the surging issue of illegal immigration, a crisis that has escalated significantly in recent years. Biden will be making his way to Brownsville, Texas, while Trump plans to set foot in Eagle Pass, Texas, both ready to confront the ongoing immigration chaos.
Under Biden’s watch, illegal immigration has soared to unprecedented levels, with a staggering over 2 million migrant encounters just in fiscal year 2023 alone. This influx of migrants has brought about a slew of challenges, from overwhelming Border Patrol agents to jeopardizing national security with over 20,000 migrant encounters deemed potential risks in fiscal year 2023.
Trump and Biden head to a border that’s virtually unrecognizable from just a few years ago https://t.co/0sA9bzs8Hz
— Bo Snerdley (@BoSnerdley) February 29, 2024
The situation wasn’t always this dire. During Trump’s tenure, there were notable efforts to strengthen border security with policies like the border wall project and the Muslim travel ban. Trump’s proactive approach in safeguarding the nation’s borders stood in stark contrast to Biden’s lax stance on illegal immigration, which some criticize as creating chaos and endangering American citizens.
The alarming rise in Chinese nationals illegally crossing the border also highlights the severity of the crisis. The number of Chinese migrant encounters skyrocketed in fiscal year 2023, underscoring the need for immediate and decisive action to address the porous border and protect national interests.
Critics argue that Biden’s visit to the border is merely a political ploy, prompted by the looming election season and mounting pressure. They point to Trump’s consistent border visits and genuine concern for national security, contrasting it with what they perceive as Biden’s reactive and ineffective approach.
As Biden and Trump embark on their border journeys, the nation watches closely, hoping for meaningful solutions to curb illegal immigration and restore order to the southern border. It’s a critical issue that demands strong leadership and decisive action, qualities that many believe were lacking in the current administration’s handling of the border crisis.
