(ProsperNews.net) – A House report commends Trump’s administration for significant achievements in reducing illegal immigration.
At a Glance
- Deployment of military resources led to decreased illegal crossings.
- Agreements with nations like El Salvador bolstered border security.
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested thousands of criminals and gang members.
- Lawmaker praises for Trump’s policies restoring law and order at the border.
Trump’s Border Strategy Acknowledged
The House Homeland Security Committee released a report that sheds light on the Trump administration’s firm stance on illegal immigration. Data reveals a remarkable decline in illegal border crossings during his presidency. Critical to this success were the deployment of military and law enforcement at the border and bolstered partnerships with nations like El Salvador. Together, these efforts helped achieve a 94% reduction in encounters at the southern border in March compared to the previous year.
The committee also praises the former president for Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s aggressive crackdown on illegal activities, which included arresting nearly 33,000 illegal aliens, 14,111 convicted criminals, and 1,155 gang members. These figures speak volumes about the effectiveness of Trump’s policies in regaining control over U.S. borders and curtailing illegal entries.
Comparing Policies and Criticism
The report highlights that Trump’s policies, at times compared to Biden’s current measures, substantially impacted illegal entry numbers. The Republicans have questioned the efficacy and the long-term consequences of the new border policy, likening it to the Title 42 policy from the Trump era. Concerns have emerged that recent proposals could incentivize more crossings without stringent enforcement. House Speaker Mike Johnson and others have raised doubts about any compromise on border security in an election year.
“Southwest border crossings have hit another record-low because we now have a president and [a Department of Homeland Security] secretary who enforce the law,” Rep. Mark Green, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, told The Daily Signal.”
The report stipulates that programs from Biden’s administration, upon their termination, resulted in an 80% decline in migrant encounters at ports of entry. Agreements with nations like El Salvador also fortified U.S. borders by creating a system to house deported individuals. Such achievements play a pivotal role in reinforcing the notion of restored law and order.
Results Speak for Themselves
Statistics reveal a bipartisan understanding of key policies that worked under Trump’s administration, though opinions diverge on how to address current trends. The committee emphasizes declines such as a 92% reduction in unaccompanied children arriving at the border and a remarkable 97% decrease in Chinese nationals crossing the border. These figures highlight Trump era policies driving records low levels of illegal border activity.
“Rather than “commending this return to law and order,” Green, R-Tenn., said his “colleagues across the aisle are working to defend an illegal alien MS-13 gang member who was rightfully removed from our country.” – Rep. Mark Green.
The partisan divide remains, with Republicans taking pride in Trump’s strategies while Democrats face criticism for perpetuating issues with leniency. Both the administration’s policies and recorded outcomes underline the challenges and successes in handling illegal immigration effectively, reminding lawmakers of the continuing efforts needed at the nation’s borders.
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