Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are taking credit for a recent drop in southern border encounters, following policies similar to those of former President Trump.
The administration has seen a reduction in border crossings since reinstating policies through the “Securing the Border” rule, with U.S. Customs and Border Protection reporting a 50% decrease in encounters.
Despite these numbers, border states like Texas continue to face challenges from violent gangs crossing the border.
While Biden’s Interim Final Rule shares similarities with Trump’s Migrant Protection Protocols (Remain in Mexico), including exceptions for certain migrants, there remains a notable contrast in how each policy has been received.
Trump’s approach was viewed as divisive and racist by critics, while Biden’s version is being celebrated by some.
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Comment by Trump during his presser today: "The press is loco. I use that word because we made a deal with Mexico."
It's just stunning how this guy has absolutely no sensitivity or self awareness when it comes to race.
— Carl Hasting (@67jewelCDH) October 1, 2018
Trump calls Mexicans, “criminals & rapists”. Calls black athletes, “sons of bitches”. Calls Latin/African countries, “shit-holes”. Calls black celebrities & candidates, “dumb”, “low-IQ”, “not equipped”. Calls Neo-Nazis, “very fine people”. Puts out racist ad. HE. IS. A. RACIST. https://t.co/zIfFDGMqRK
— Ana Navarro-Cárdenas (@ananavarro) November 5, 2018
Donald Trump’s “Remain in Mexico” policy caused immense human suffering for people lawfully seeking asylum in America. MPP also has dubious legal standing and undermines U.S. foreign policy.
An appalling and indefensible decision by an extreme right wing Supreme Court. https://t.co/OgeZSyoY79
— Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) August 25, 2021
Harris, despite proposing to continue building the border wall if elected president, faces pushback from liberal groups that oppose her border stance.
Yet, many still support her campaign despite these contradictions.
Republican Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has launched efforts to combat criminal gangs like the Tren De Aragua, which originated in Venezuela, as part of ongoing border challenges.
National Border Patrol Council Vice President Chris Cabrera emphasized that the issue extends beyond the border states, warning that unchecked migration impacts the entire country.
