In a recent interview on "Fox News Sunday," House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) refused to acknowledge the Biden administration's efforts on the U.S. southern border, ahead of an expected executive order aimed at addressing illegal immigration. Johnson stated that it was "too little too late" and accused President Biden of intentionally opening the border, leading to catastrophic consequences for the country.

According to NewsNation, President Biden is reportedly set to sign an executive order this week, focusing on immigration and border security. The move comes after criticism from both parties regarding the administration's handling of the border situation. Johnson, along with House Republicans, has consistently criticized Biden's border policies, attributing them to the mass influx of migrants and the spread of fentanyl in the United States.

Johnson's frustration with the Biden administration's approach to border security has been evident for months. In January, his office released a list of 64 instances that they claimed showed the administration undermining border security and encouraging illegal immigration. Johnson has continuously urged action on border legislation in Congress.

The anticipated executive order, as reported by the Associated Press, aims to address the situation at the border by implementing measures such as shutting off asylum requests and automatically denying entry to migrants once a new daily threshold of encounters with border officials is exceeded. Sources suggest that President Biden could sign the order as early as Tuesday.

While the White House has not confirmed the specifics of the expected executive order, a spokesperson for the administration emphasized their commitment to exploring policy options and addressing the broken immigration system. Johnson argued that Biden's sudden attention to the issue is a result of recent polls indicating immigration as a top concern for Americans.

In response to Johnson's criticism, a White House spokesperson criticized Congressional Republicans, accusing them of prioritizing partisan politics over securing the border and fixing the broken immigration system. The spokesperson stated that while Republicans obstructed additional border enforcement, President Biden remains dedicated to providing the necessary resources for border and immigration personnel to secure the border.

The ongoing debate over the southern border and immigration policies highlights the deep divide between parties on the issue. As the Biden administration faces pressure to address the border situation, the consequences and long-lasting effects of its actions will undoubtedly continue to be a point of contention in the months to come.