Morning Wire Failed Border Policies & Wuhan Lab Leak | Sunday Extra | 3.5.23
Mar 5, 2023
Chad Wolf, the former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security under Trump, shares his perspectives on border policies and national security. He critiques Biden's asylum rules and discusses the implications of illegal immigration on public safety. Wolf delves into China's surveillance tactics, especially after the spy balloon incident, and emphasizes the need for a tougher U.S. stance on China. He also explores the controversial Wuhan lab leak and its potential effects on U.S.-China relations, calling for effective reforms within the Department of Homeland Security.
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Biden's Immigration Policy
- Biden's new immigration policy resembles Trump's 2019 policy but is less effective.
- Numerous exemptions, like the unreliable CBP1 app and "exceptionally compelling circumstances," weaken its impact.
Border Hearing Testimonies
- Congressional border hearings revealed struggles faced by border communities due to the migrant influx.
- Sheriffs report increased crime, hospitals are financially strained, and there's frustration with Secretary Mayorkas' inaction.
Border Control Solutions
- Address underlying policies before increasing resources for border control.
- Focus on fixing the broken asylum system and deterring illegal behavior rather than incentivizing it.