The NPR Politics Podcast Kids Entering US Alone Present Challenge For Biden
Mar 17, 2021
The podcast dives into the surge of unaccompanied minors crossing the U.S. southern border, shedding light on the challenges faced by the Biden administration in providing adequate care. It discusses the role of FEMA in addressing the crisis and reflects on the long-term trauma these children endure. The conversation also explores shifting immigration policies, the GOP's focus on border security, and the contentious debates in Congress about compassionate versus deterrent strategies for managing this complex issue.
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Past Child Deaths in Custody
- John Sanders, former CBP head, got emotional recalling the deaths of migrant children in custody two years ago.
- He fears similar tragedies may reoccur due to current conditions.
Conflicting Messages on Immigration
- The Biden administration is taking a more humane approach than the Trump administration by not deporting children.
- However, this creates conflicting messages as they discourage more arrivals.
Republican Strategy
- Republicans are highlighting the border situation to criticize Biden's policies.
- They aim to shift focus from the popular COVID relief bill and re-establish the party.