Breaking News: Progress Made in Border Reforms, Funding Bill Update
In a recent interview, Senator John Thune provided an update on the status of the funding bill that includes strengthening the southern border and supporting efforts in Ukraine and Israel. The Senator expressed concerns about the current state of the border and emphasized the need for operational control to ensure the safety of the country and its citizens.
Senator Thune criticized the handling of the southern border by the current administration as reckless and a dereliction of duty. He pointed out that terrorists, criminals, cartels, and gang members have found ways to enter the country easily through the southern border, putting the nation at great risk.
The senator acknowledged that there has been progress in the negotiations for real and meaningful border reforms. However, he highlighted a couple of fundamental issues that need to be addressed before reaching a final agreement. One of these issues is the use of humanitarian parole, which the administration allegedly abuses, leading to the release of hundreds of thousands of individuals into the country.
Senator Thune revealed alarming statistics related to border security. He mentioned that in December alone, over 300,000 people were released into the country through humanitarian parole, marking a new record. Furthermore, there have been three consecutive record years of people attempting to cross the border illegally and being apprehended. Additionally, there were an estimated 670,000 individuals who successfully evaded capture and entered the country, commonly referred to as 'gotaways.'
The senator expressed astonishment at the brazenness displayed by those trying to cross the border. He referenced instances where people were seen climbing over walls on live television without fear of being caught. This lack of hesitation indicates their confidence in successfully entering and remaining in the country, as statistics suggest that 85% of those apprehended ultimately stay in the United States for an extended period.
As the interview concluded, the Senator thanked the anchor for discussing the border and funding issues. The admission made by the administration regarding the high probability of successful entry into the country was deemed staggering by both the Senator and the anchor.
In summary, negotiations for the funding bill that includes border reforms and support for Ukraine and Israel are ongoing. Despite progress made in addressing border concerns, fundamental issues such as the abuse of humanitarian parole need to be resolved. The need for strong border control has been emphasized, considering the significant number of individuals crossing the border illegally and the brazenness with which they do so.
