Morning Wire Mayorkas' Broken Border | Saturday Interview
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Feb 18, 2023 The podcast dives into the ongoing border crisis under the Biden administration, revealing that illegal crossings remain at record highs. It features insights from former border officials who critique the administration's policies. There's a spotlight on the often-overlooked vulnerabilities of the northern border, highlighting the increasing threat of homegrown extremism. The discussion also covers state-led initiatives like Operation Lone Star, and raises questions about the accountability of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas regarding border enforcement.
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Border Encounters Misrepresented
- The Biden administration claims reduced border encounters, but this is due to a policy shift, not improved security.
- Migrants are now encouraged to use ports of entry after filing potentially fraudulent asylum claims, leading to a 212% increase in port entries.
Increased Chinese Crossings
- A significant increase in Chinese nationals crossing the border raises security concerns.
- This highlights the broader issue of inadequate screening and the unknown identities of those entering the country.
Northern Border Vulnerability
- While the southern border crisis receives more attention, the northern border also faces increased illegal crossings and vulnerabilities.
- The northern border has less infrastructure, technology, and personnel, making it more susceptible to threats.