
Brace yourself for another thrilling episode of “Border Crisis: The Neverending Story.” Our leading lady, Vice President Kamala Harris, has been busy orchestrating a multibillion-dollar symphony aimed at stemming the tide of illegal immigration. But as we’ll see, sometimes even the most expensive sheet music can’t make a cacophony sound like a concerto.
The $5 Billion Strategy
In March 2021, President Biden handed Vice President Harris the baton to lead the administration’s efforts on immigration. Since then, she’s been conducting a financial orchestra to the tune of over $5 billion in investments for Central America. The goal? To reduce migration by creating opportunities and addressing root causes in the migrants’ home countries.
“I’ve asked her, the VP, today — because she’s the most qualified person to do it — to lead our efforts with Mexico and the Northern Triangle and the countries that help — are going to need help in stemming the movement of so many folks, stemming the migration to our southern border.” – President Biden
Despite these efforts, the border crisis has continued to escalate. Since the Biden-Harris administration took office, over 500,000 unaccompanied migrant children have arrived at the U.S.-Mexico border. This staggering number raises serious questions about the effectiveness of the current strategy.
The Ongoing Crisis
The situation at the southwest border remains dire. Between October 2023 and June 2024 alone, more than 90,000 unaccompanied children were encountered, with 80% coming from Central America. This surge comes in the wake of the Biden-Harris administration’s decision to cancel several Trump-era immigration policies.
“Despite coordinating the investment of more than $5 billion in public and private investments to increase employment opportunities and reduce corruption in Central America, Vice President Kamala Harris’s efforts to stem the flow of migrants across the southwest border have failed miserably.”
The investments, while substantial, have not significantly discouraged migration or improved wages enough to prevent border crossings. This raises concerns about the long-term viability of the current approach and its ability to address the root causes of migration effectively.
Unintended Consequences
Perhaps most alarming are the unintended consequences of the current policies. Lax vetting practices for unaccompanied minors have resulted in some gang members and adult migrants being released into the U.S. Additionally, there have been reports of potential child trafficking incidents connected to unaccompanied minors.
These issues highlight the complexity of the border crisis and the need for a more comprehensive and effective approach to immigration policy. As the situation continues to evolve, it’s clear that the current strategy, despite its hefty price tag, has yet to produce the desired results.
Sources
Kamala’s $5B Border Strategy Saw 500K Unaccompanied Migrant Children Shipped to U.S.
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