President Biden Concedes U.S. Immigration System is Broken, Urges Bipartisan Reform
ICARO Media Group
President Biden acknowledged on Friday the shortcomings of the United States' immigration system, emphasizing the need for comprehensive reforms during a gathering with governors shortly after a mass release of migrants in California caught on camera.
The Border Patrol bus discharged around 200 migrants in San Ysidro, who were subsequently handed over to a nongovernmental organization for assistance. Biden urged bipartisan action, highlighting Congress's historical commitment to immigration reform and adherence to international treaties related to immigration.
The White House has called on Republicans to support a Senate bill aiming to bolster staffing and resources at the border while restricting migrant's ability to claim asylum, and allocating additional funds to communities and NGOs aiding migrants. Biden described the bill as containing fair and humane reforms, though conceding to compromises.
The President emphasized the necessity of securing the border, proposing the hiring of more Border Patrol agents, immigration judges, and asylum officers. He expressed frustration over political hurdles hindering progress on the issue, urging governors to pressure Congress for action.
In response to the situation, a spokesperson from Newsom's office criticized Republican inaction on border security, lauding California's efforts in fostering a safe and humane border. The call for courage and action from Congress reverberated, emphasizing the need for meaningful reforms to address the broken immigration system.
Notable entities mentioned include President Biden, Border Patrol, Congress, National Governors Association, White House, Republicans, and Newsom's office. The declaration and discussion of the immigration system's flaws took place on Friday, with specific numbers like 200 migrants, 1,500 agents, 100 judges, and 4,300 asylum officers cited as part of proposed reforms.