Staff Reports
Representative Henry Cuellar, a Democratic politician from Texas, is frustrated with the border crisis failures of President Joe Biden’s administration. Cuellar, whose congressional district lies on the border with Mexico, has been ignored by Biden for almost a year, as Biden and his team are aware of the severity of the problems in Cuellar’s constituency. In an interview with NewsNation, Cuellar criticized the administration for failing to highlight the number of people being deported, which he believes could deter other border crossers and demonstrate that action is being taken.
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Cuellar highlighted the importance of using Title 8 of the U.S. immigration code, which deals with deportation, as a means to detain and deport individuals. He emphasized the need to show videos or messages of people being sent back across the border, rather than only focusing on those arriving. Cuellar is advocating for increased funding for deportation efforts, as he believes that failing to enforce deportation in sufficient numbers creates a “pull factor” that encourages illegal immigration. He stated that many undocumented immigrants believe they can come to the U.S., live here illegally for years without repercussions, and eventually gain automatic legal status.
Cuellar, who supports stronger measures to combat illegal immigration, pointed out the growing resentment among Hispanics, including Democrats, who have followed legal pathways to citizenship. The line-jumping by undocumented immigrants is seen as unfair by those who have gone through the proper channels. Cuellar revealed that his constituents in Texas, who are predominantly Hispanic Democrats, constantly express their concerns about the border crisis and urge him to take action.
Cuellar firmly believes that the handling of the border crisis is hurting President Biden’s chances of re-election. The situation at the border continues to worsen, with record-breaking numbers of encounters and apprehensions reported. Even members of Biden’s own party, particularly Hispanic Democrats, are acknowledging his failure to address the border crisis and are calling for measures to rectify the situation. The severity of the crisis is evident when even Democrats are voicing their dissatisfaction.
