The Global Story The President’s Path: Trump’s wall
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May 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the significant decrease in US-Mexico border crossings under Trump's administration. It explores the complexities of immigration policies and border security, contrasting approaches from both Trump and Biden. Political tensions erupt over Trump's ambitious tax plan that proposed massive tax breaks, raising division among Republicans. As internal factions of the party grow ahead of elections, recent public health funding cuts are scrutinized. Finally, listeners are guided towards valuable resources on Trump's ongoing influence.
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Effective Border Security Measures
- The Trump administration reduced illegal U.S.-Mexico border crossings by nearly 90% compared to the Biden era.
- This drop is attributed more to stringent policies and National Guard deployments than new physical wall construction.
Policy Beats Physical Wall
- The Trump administration finds policy deterrents more effective than physical border walls.
- Harsh immigration enforcement discourages border crossings more than wall segments could.
Wall as Symbolic Gesture
- Border wall construction continues subject to funding but is more symbolic than practical.
- Hardliner policies and enforcement serve as a stronger deterrent than the wall itself.