In 2021 the U.S. Border Patrol reported 1,659,206 encounters with migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border, narrowly exceeding the prior highs of 1,643,679 in 2000 and 1,615,844 in 1986. The Border Patrol reported 608,037 encounters with Mexican nationals in 2021, accounting for 37% of the total. The remaining 1,051,169 encounters, or 63%, involved people from countries other than Mexico – by far the highest total for non-Mexican nationals in CBP records dating back to 2000. Congress has passed at least four laws since 1986 authorizing increases in Border Patrol personnel. The number of bor…
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67% Yes |
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4% Yes, and allow border states to manage their own security policy |
6% No, make it easier for immigrants to access temporary work visas |
5% No, just enforce the current border policy |
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1% No, and we should implement an open border policy |
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No, and we should implement an open border policy, but with background checks
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Yes and decrease the price of the immigration process
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No, just end the welfare state
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Yes but set refugee camps close to border to help people that had to leave their home because of danger
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Close the borders completely with 30 foot tall electrified walls with missile turrets
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Yes, I also believe border security should be a part of the U.S. Military.
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In an unprecedented move that has captivated the nation, the United States Senate is poised to address the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, marking a significant moment in American political history. Mayorkas, who became the first cabinet secretary in nearly 150 years to be impeached in February, faces charges that have sparked intense debate across the political spectrum. Democrats have vehemently criticized the impeachment as a political maneuver, while Republicans argue it's a necessary response to what they see as Mayorkas's failures in office, particularly regarding border security.Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has been vocal in his support for the impeachment trial, promising to oppose any attempts by Democrats to dismiss the charges outright. This stance underscores the deep divisions within the Senate and sets the stage for a contentious trial process. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives is navigating its own legislative priorities, including foreign aid votes that have been overshadowed by the looming impeachment trial.The accusations against Mayorkas, particularly from figures such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, have been severe, with some labeling his actions as treasonous due to alleged dereliction of duty at the southern border. These claims, which include accusations of collusion with non-governmental organizations to finance illegal immigration, have fueled the fire of the impeachment debate.As the Senate prepares to undertake this historic trial, the nation watches closely. The outcome could have far-reaching implications for the Biden administration and the political landscape ahead of the upcoming election cycle. With both sides of the aisle gearing up for a fierce battle, the Mayorkas impeachment trial is not just about the fate of one man, but about the broader issues of immigration policy, executive accountability, and the political use of impeachment as a tool.Regardless of the outcome, this trial is a testament to the deeply polarized state of American politics. It serves as a reminder of the challenges facing the nation's leaders as they navigate the complexities of governance, partisanship, and the expectations of the American people. As the Senate moves forward, all eyes will be on this historic impeachment trial, its conduct, and its consequences for the future of American democracy.
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Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) announced Tuesday he will co-sponsor a resolution to oust Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) from the House’s top job.Massie told his colleagues during a closed-door conference meeting that he will co-sponsor the motion to vacate resolution filed late last month by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), according to three GOP lawmakers in the room, becoming the first lawmaker to publicly join Greene’s effort.Massie’s announcement came less than 24 hours after Johnson unveiled the outline of a plan to move foreign aid through the House, which includes voting on three separate bills to send assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan and a fourth measure that pertains to other national security priorities.But in a departure from his previous positions, Johnson did not include border security provisions in the plan after months of Republicans — including the Speaker — demanding that any aid for Ukraine be paired with legislation to address the situation at the southern border, sparking intense opposition among conservatives.Speaking to reporters after Tuesday’s meeting, Massie referenced Johnson’s decision to put Ukraine aid on the floor — in addition to his handling of government funding and the reauthorization of the U.S.’s warrantless surveillance authority — to explain why he is now backing the ouster effort.“There’s only one person right now who could stop us from going into what happened last fall, and that’s Mike Johnson,” Massie said, referring to the ouster of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) in October.“He’s cleaning the barn, that’s obvious,” he continued. “He had three things to do: He wanted to do an omnibus that broke all the spending records, he wanted to do FISA without warrants, now he wants to do Ukraine. Those are the three things. There are people riding him like a horse here; they don’t care when the horse collapses — I do, because it’s gonna throw our conference into turmoil.”The Kentucky Republican said he asked Johnson to resign from the Speakership during the closed-door conference meeting, which the Louisiana Republican declined to do.ohnson responded to the growing ouster effort on Tuesday, calling it “absurd.”“I am not resigning and it is, in my view, an absurd notion that someone would bring a vacate motion when we are simply here trying to do our jobs,” Johnson said at a press conference in the Capitol. “It is not helpful to the cause, it is not helpful to the country, it does not help the House Republicans advance our agenda which is in the best interest of the American people here — a secure border, sound governance — and it’s not helpful to the unity that we have in the body.”Both Greene and Massie have declined to say when they might trigger a vote on the motion-to-vacate resolution, but the support from the pair of conservatives means Johnson will more than likely need Democratic support to remain Speaker if the issue comes to the floor.
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In a move that marks a historic moment in U.S. politics, House Republicans are set to deliver articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, making him the first cabinet official to face such charges in 150 years. The impeachment process, which has been months in the making, stems from allegations related to Mayorkas' handling of the U.S. southern border, amid record numbers of migrant encounters. The House, led by a narrow GOP majority, passed two articles of impeachment against Mayorkas in a tight 214-213 vote, highlighting the contentious nature of this political battle.The decision to proceed with impeachment was not made lightly, with Republicans delaying the process to build a stronger case and to accommodate requests from GOP senators. This strategic delay underscores the complexities and potential hurdles that lie ahead as the articles make their way to the Senate, where Democrats hold sway. The move against Mayorkas has been characterized by some as a reflection of the deep divisions and political polarization currently gripping the nation.As the House prepares to formally send the impeachment articles to the Senate, the political landscape is bracing for turbulence. This unprecedented action against a sitting cabinet official has sparked a wide range of reactions, from staunch support among Mayorkas' critics to vehement opposition from those who view the impeachment as politically motivated. The Senate's response and the subsequent proceedings will be closely watched, as they will not only determine Mayorkas' fate but also set a precedent for future confrontations between the executive branch and Congress.The implications of this historic impeachment go beyond the immediate political fallout. They touch on broader issues of governance, accountability, and the mechanisms through which the U.S. navigates disputes within its highest ranks of power. As the nation watches, the case against Alejandro Mayorkas unfolds against a backdrop of intense debate over immigration policy and border security, topics that remain at the forefront of America's political discourse.As the articles of impeachment are delivered to the Senate, the country stands at a crossroads. The outcome of this process will not only shape the career of Secretary Mayorkas but also potentially redefine the boundaries of political accountability and the balance of power within the U.S. government. In this historic moment, the actions taken by House Republicans and the response from the Senate will be remembered as a significant chapter in the ongoing story of American democracy.
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