City Journal Audio
Voting on the Border
Nov 15, 2024
Steven Malanga, a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, dives into the rising impact of illegal immigration on the 2024 presidential election. He discusses how Biden's policies have shifted migration dynamics and the surprising public backing for mass deportations. The conversation contrasts immigrant crime rates with public perceptions, highlights the economic burden of illegal immigration on local governments, and navigates the tensions between enforcement and humanitarian concerns. Malanga’s insights bring clarity to a polarized issue.
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- The Biden administration's immigration policy changes have led to a surge in migrants and growing public dissatisfaction with illegal immigration.
- Illegal immigration poses significant economic challenges for cities, increasing demand for social services and highlighting the fiscal burden on local governments.
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Changes Under the Biden Administration
The Biden administration implemented key changes to immigration policy that significantly increased the flow of migrants into the United States. One notable change was allowing asylum seekers to enter the country while awaiting hearings, instead of requiring them to stay outside until their cases were adjudicated. This resulted in a substantial backlog of cases, as many people were allowed entry despite having uncertain qualifications for asylum. Additionally, new policies restricted the automatic deportation of individuals with felony records, which led to many criminals remaining in the country, ultimately fueling public dissatisfaction with the administration's immigration stance.
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