NBC reporter shocked by surge in illegal border crossings: “Largest crowds I’ve ever seen in my reporting.
NBC News Correspondent Shocked by Massive Number of Migrants Illegally Crossing U.S. Border
During his reporting at the Eagle Pass, Texas, border crossing, NBC News correspondent Guad Venegas witnessed a staggering influx of migrants entering the United States illegally. This week, Customs and Border Protection apprehended a record number of over 12,000 illegal immigrants in a single day, putting pressure on the Biden administration to address the ongoing crisis. Venegas’ report, aired on MSNBC, showcased the overwhelming scene at the Eagle Pass border crossing, with a massive crowd of migrants waiting to be processed while more continued to pour in, as reported by Mediaite.
According to Venegas, who grew up in a Mexican American household near the U.S.-Mexico border in Southern California, the crowds in Eagle Pass have never been this large. He stated, “This is the most people I’ve ever seen in Eagle Pass, and other reporters and colleagues working in different parts of the border, such as Arizona and Jacumba near San Diego, have told me the same thing.”
The NBC News correspondent added, “We have these conversations, and the conversation is always, ‘Wow, I’ve never seen this number of migrants arriving.’ We know from the reports coming from the government that these numbers are spiking. We have the number of apprehensions, the numbers of encounters, everything is increasing, and the resources are spread thin. We don’t know what this will mean moving forward, but we do know that the numbers are much larger.”
Venegas revealed that Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) informed him that the federal government’s processing centers and area hospitals are overwhelmed by the influx of illegal immigrants. He reported, “When the U.S. congressman visited this area, Tony Gonzales said that the hospitals are also overwhelmed. So if someone calls 911 and needs to go to the hospital, that hospital might be overwhelmed because they’re helping a lot of these migrants. We have a humanitarian crisis happening as well.”
Both Republicans and Democrats Call for Action on Border Crisis
The surge in illegal border crossings has prompted leaders from both the Republican and Democratic parties to urge the Biden administration to take immediate action. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) pressed President Joe Biden to use executive orders to secure the border, while Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) demanded that the border “must be shut down,” emphasizing the need to address the dangerous immigration situation, as reported by CNN.
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Governor Greg Abbott (R-TX) recently signed a bill granting state authorities the power to arrest illegal immigrants in an effort to combat the crisis. However, this action has faced criticism from leftist groups and the White House, with the American Civil Liberties Union filing a lawsuit claiming the law is discriminatory and will disproportionately affect minority communities.
What are the main criticisms of the Biden administration’s immigration policies, according to the Republicans?
Om both the Republican and Democratic parties to call for immediate action to address the ongoing border crisis. Republicans have been vocal in their criticism of the Biden administration’s immigration policies, arguing that they have led to lax border enforcement and incentivized illegal immigration. They have called for increased border security measures, such as the construction of a border wall and stricter immigration laws. Many Republicans have also criticized the administration for not acknowledging the severity of the crisis and for failing to provide adequate resources to border patrol agents and immigration officials.
Democrats, on the other hand, have acknowledged the challenge posed by the surge in illegal border crossings but have focused more on addressing the root causes of migration, such as poverty, violence, and political instability in Central American countries. They argue that a comprehensive approach is needed, one that includes providing aid and support to these countries to address the underlying issues that force people to flee.
Despite their differing approaches, both parties agree that the situation at the border is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. They have called on the Biden administration to take decisive action to address the crisis and to allocate the necessary resources to properly handle the influx of migrants. Some lawmakers have proposed legislation to address the situation, including providing funding for border security and immigration facilities, as well as increasing the number of immigration judges and asylum officers to help expedite the processing of asylum claims.
In addition to the political response, there has also been a growing call for increased media coverage and public awareness of the border crisis. Journalists like Guad Venegas have played a crucial role in bringing attention to the situation and highlighting the challenges faced by border patrol agents and local communities. Their reporting has shed light on the overwhelming number of migrants attempting to cross the border and the strain it has put on resources and infrastructure.
As the crisis at the border continues to escalate, it is clear that a comprehensive and coordinated response is needed. The Biden administration must address the root causes of migration, increase border security measures, and provide the necessary resources to effectively manage the influx of migrants. Both Republicans and Democrats must put aside their political differences and work together to find solutions that prioritize the safety and well-being of both the migrants and the American people.
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