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It is not accurate to say that the Biden administration has had an "open borders" policy. The term "open borders" is often used in political rhetoric to criticize the administration's handling of immigration, but it does not reflect the reality of U.S. border policies. The U.S. southern border has remained under enforcement and has not been open to unrestricted entry.
Here's a breakdown of the Biden administration's actions and the border situation:
Enforcement has increased, not decreased. While unauthorized crossings have risen during the Biden presidency, the federal government has also significantly increased enforcement. This includes adding more border patrol agents, increasing detentions and expulsions, and negotiating with other countries to crack down on migration.
Border restrictions have been put in place. On June 4, 2024, President Biden signed an executive order that severely restricted asylum claims at the U.S.-Mexico border. It allows border officials to quickly remove migrants who cross illegally, with the ban going into effect when crossings reach a certain threshold. The administration has also utilized other measures to control migration.
Policy choices and challenges. The Biden administration has faced challenges managing the border due to complex factors, including regional instability and high numbers of migrants arriving from various countries. The administration has sought to balance enforcement with other measures, such as expanding legal pathways and processing more asylum claims through official channels.
Contrasting perspectives. The border is a highly polarized political issue, and the "open borders" claim has been used by some Republicans to criticize the administration's policies. However, critics from other perspectives, such as the Cato Institute, have argued that Biden has not sufficiently opened legal pathways and has continued some of the restrictive policies of his predecessor.
Ultimately, the border is a complex and highly debated issue, and the "open borders" narrative does not accurately represent the government's official policies or the enforcement measures in place.
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