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Ep 947 | Bethany Hamilton Fights the Trans Tidal Wave | Guest: Ron Simmons
Feb 7, 2024
Professional surfer Bethany Hamilton speaks out against men in women's sports after being dropped by Rip Curl. The podcast also covers the recent border bill, including Republican criticisms, funding for Ukraine and Israel, and the avoidance of labeling Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations.
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- The border bill raises concerns about its effectiveness in addressing the border crisis, with criticism focusing on prioritizing families, potential child trafficking, and lack of deportation plans for current illegal immigrants.
- Republicans may be hesitant to address the border crisis before the election to prevent Biden from taking credit for any improvements, leading to uncertainty regarding the bill's passage. Funding allocation for other countries and the absence of Mexican cartel designation as terrorist organizations are also highlighted concerns.
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Summary of the Border Bill
The podcast episode discusses the current border bill and the criticism surrounding it. The bill is seen as problematic by many conservatives, who argue that it doesn't effectively address the border crisis. The bill includes provisions for increasing the number of border patrol agents and allocating funds for border wall enhancements. It also aims to expedite the asylum process and provide assistance for documented dreamers. However, concerns are raised regarding the prioritization of families, potential incentivization of child trafficking, and the lack of deportation plans for current illegal immigrants. The podcast highlights the political dynamics at play and the potential implications of the bill on future elections.
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