Topics discussed include the surge in 'gotaways' at the border under Biden, the Dow hitting 40,000, conflicts between Congress and the Justice Department over investigation records, a Supreme Court ruling on funding structure, Kamala Harris accepting a VP debate offer, and a North Carolina bill banning public mask wearing.
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Significant increase in illegal immigrants evading border patrol under Biden admin
Dow Jones reaches historic high due to strong earnings reports and potential interest rate cuts
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Soaring Illegal Immigration under Biden
The new data reveals a significant increase in illegal immigrants evading border patrol under President Biden's administration. Numbers obtained from the FOIA request by Fox News indicate a rise to approximately 1.6 million gotaways, surpassing the entire decade's count before Biden's term. This surge highlights the challenges faced in border control and immigration policies under the current administration.
Historic Surge in Dow Jones Industrial Average
The Dow Jones industrial average experienced a remarkable jump, exceeding 40,000 and achieving a record high since October 2022. This surge is attributed to strong earnings reports and optimism about potential interest rate cuts by the Fed amid decreasing inflation rates. Retail giant Walmart played a significant role in this achievement, with a 6% increase in its first-quarter earnings, marking a positive trend in the stock market.