Biden Admin allowed asylum app, but migrants still crossed border illegally
Surge in Illegal Border Crossings Undermines Biden’s Asylum App
Months of exceeding its own asylum application limit through the CBP One app have come back to haunt the Biden administration. In a surprising turn of events, the number of applications dropped dramatically in December. The reason? Migrants have discovered that it’s easier to enter the country illegally, according to internal memos obtained by the Washington Free Beacon.
“Why wait to be scheduled for an interview to come over when you can immediately cross, surrender to Border Patrol, and get stamped with a court date in the next decade?” revealed a senior Department of Homeland Security official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
Since President Joe Biden launched CBP One, illegal border crossings have surged, contradicting his promise that it would significantly reduce unauthorized entries. Biden had specifically highlighted the success of a trial program that showed a significant decrease in illegal border crossings from Venezuelans. However, documents obtained by the Free Beacon reveal that CBP One appointments for Venezuelans plummeted in December and January.
“This program was meant to give Customs and Border Protection an easier time, but the Biden administration is completely oblivious to basic incentives and feels no urgency,” criticized the senior official.
The failure of CBP One is yet another blow to the White House, which is facing mounting criticism for its mishandling of the border crisis. Even Democratic mayors admit that their cities are on the verge of collapse due to the overwhelming influx of migrants, a crisis that the White House refuses to acknowledge.
Despite a request for comment, the Department of Homeland Security remained silent. From the beginning, Republicans had condemned CBP One, arguing that it was illegal and would facilitate the entry of illegal aliens. Initially, the Department of Homeland Security had stated that it would only allow around 43,000 CBP One appointments per month. However, since August 2023, thousands more appointments have been made each month.
Internal agency documents reveal that with little fear of deportation, many migrants find it easier to cross the border illegally rather than go through the CBP One app. The senior Department of Homeland Security official predicts that this trend will continue.
“This administration ignores every data point that tells them their policies aren’t working.”
Since Biden assumed office, approximately four million illegal aliens have been released into the United States, the highest number on record. The dire situation at the southern border has sparked anger on Capitol Hill and in Democratic-controlled cities struggling to cope with the influx of migrants.
Facing low approval ratings and bipartisan outrage over Biden’s immigration policies, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre dismissed the “increased migration flows” as “not unusual” last month.
House Republicans are preparing to initiate impeachment proceedings against embattled Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas this month. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are engaged in closed-door negotiations with their Democratic counterparts to reach a Homeland Security funding deal that includes stricter enforcement at the southern border.
How has the implementation of the CBP One app unintentionally created an incentive for migrants to enter the country illegally?
M for its handling of the border crisis. The surge in illegal border crossings not only undermines Biden’s asylum application process but also exposes the flaws in his immigration policies.
The CBP One app was introduced as a solution to streamline the asylum application process and reduce the number of unauthorized entries. However, it seems that the app has unintentionally created an incentive for migrants to enter the country illegally. The internal memos obtained by the Washington Free Beacon clearly state that migrants have realized it is easier to cross the border illegally and get a court date in the distant future, rather than waiting to be scheduled for an interview.
This revelation is a significant setback for the Biden administration, as it contradicts their promises of reducing unauthorized entries through the CBP One app. President Biden had specifically highlighted the success of a trial program that showed a decrease in illegal border crossings from Venezuelans. Yet, the documents obtained by the Free Beacon reveal that CBP One appointments for Venezuelans plummeted in recent months.
The senior Department of Homeland Security official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, criticized the Biden administration for being oblivious to basic incentives and lacking a sense of urgency. It is clear that the administration’s failure to anticipate the consequences of the CBP One app has led to a surge in illegal border crossings, undermining their efforts to control the situation at the border.
This failure of the CBP One app is just one among many challenges facing the Biden administration’s handling of the border crisis. The White House has been facing mounting criticism for its lax immigration policies, which have led to a significant increase in illegal border crossings. While President Biden has promised a more compassionate approach to immigration, the surge in illegal entries raises concerns about the administration’s ability to effectively manage the situation.
The border crisis not only poses a security risk but also exposes the vulnerabilities of the asylum system. The surge in illegal border crossings highlights the need for comprehensive immigration reform that addresses the root causes of migration and provides a fair and efficient process for asylum seekers. It is crucial for the Biden administration to reassess its policies and work towards finding effective solutions to address the border crisis.
In conclusion, the surge in illegal border crossings undermines Biden’s asylum application process and exposes the flaws in his immigration policies. The failure of the CBP One app to deter unauthorized entries demonstrates the administration’s lack of understanding of basic incentives and urgency. As the White House faces mounting criticism for its handling of the border crisis, it is essential to reassess immigration policies and work towards comprehensive reform. Only through comprehensive reforms can the Biden administration effectively address the border crisis and ensure a fair and efficient asylum process.
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