14 Democrats join Republicans in opposing Biden’s border policies
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
3:46 PM – Thursday, January 18, 2024
Along with Republicans, over a dozen House Democrats dissented from President Joe Biden’s failing open-border strategy on Wednesday, sending a message to the president that both parties must confront illegal immigration in a more effective way.
With every Republican voting in favor, the House passed the nonbinding Resolution 957 in a 225–187 vote.
According to the resolution, we are “in the midst of the worst border security crisis in the nation’s history.”
It mentioned “more than 100,000 illegal aliens along the southwest border,” as well as how “the total number of illegal aliens encountered along the southwest border during the Biden administration exceeds 7 million.”
Colin Allred (D-Texas), Yadira Caraveo (D-Colo.), Angie Craig (D-Minn.), Henry Cuellar (D-Texas), Don Davis (D-N.C.), Jared Golden (D-Maine), Vicente Gonzalez (D-Texas), Greg Landsman (D-Ohio), Susie Lee (D-Nev.), Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), Wiley Nickel (D-N.C.), Mary Peltola (D-Alaska), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.), and Eric Sorensen (D-Ill.) were among the Democrat representatives who joined GOP efforts.
“Most of us understand that nations need borders; those borders should be secured, and we should enforce the immigration laws on the books. Most of us also understand that those seeking entry to our country deserve an orderly and predictable immigration process. Right now, we have problems on both fronts,” Maine’s Democrat Representative Jared Golden said.
“Illegal immigration threatens our national security and undermines American jobs,” he continued. “It’s time for Congress and the Biden administration to come together and pass legislation to meaningfully address issues at the border. It should be a top priority in Washington, just like it is in most of America.”
The dissent of Democrats appears to be in line with a December Rasmussen Reports Immigration Index survey, which found that 61% of probable U.S. voters said that the government was not doing enough to stop illegal border crossings and overstays by foreigners.
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What does Congressman Jared Golden, a Democrat, emphasize about the importance of immigration laws and border security
Foreign nationals. The survey also revealed that 54% of Democrats agreed with this sentiment.
This bipartisan pushback against President Biden’s open-border strategy comes at a critical time when the country is grappling with a surge in illegal immigration. The resolution highlights the alarming numbers of illegal aliens encountered along the southwest border, surpassing 7 million during the Biden administration alone. These numbers underscore the severity of the crisis we are facing.
The resolution’s passage serves as a reminder that border security is a nonpartisan issue. It is not about politics; it is about safeguarding our nation and protecting American jobs. Congressman Jared Golden, a Marine Corps veteran and Maine Democrat, eloquently expressed this sentiment, stating that nations need secure borders and that immigration laws should be enforced. He also emphasized the importance of an orderly and predictable immigration process.
The dissenting Democrats, along with their Republican counterparts, understand the urgency of addressing the border crisis. They recognize that illegal immigration poses a threat to our national security and undermines American jobs. It is encouraging to see members of both parties joining forces to urge Congress and the Biden administration to pass legislation that will effectively address the issues at the border.
Public opinion, as reflected in the Rasmussen Reports survey, further underscores the need for action. The majority of probable U.S. voters believe that the government is not doing enough to stop illegal border crossings and overstays. This sentiment is echoed by a considerable number of Democrats, highlighting the shared concern across party lines.
It is crucial for Washington to prioritize border security and develop comprehensive solutions to address this crisis. The dissenting Democrats and their Republican counterparts have set an example of bipartisan cooperation that should serve as a model for addressing pressing national issues.
As we navigate through these challenging times, it is imperative that all elected officials, regardless of party affiliation, come together to find common ground and take decisive action on immigration. The welfare and security of our nation depend on it.
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