As the new year approaches, the border crisis continues to escalate, with hundreds of migrants legally crossing into the United States on a daily basis. This surge of activity has forced Border Patrol agents to spend their holidays away from their loved ones, as they work diligently to process and transport the growing number of migrants. However, there is growing frustration among agents who feel that their efforts to enforce the law and secure the border are being undermined by the current administration's policies.
Agents on the ground have expressed their dissatisfaction, equating their roles to that of tourist guides and Uber drivers, as they find themselves predominantly processing and releasing individuals rather than enforcing immigration laws. Acting Commissioner Troy Miller recently called for more funding from Congress to address the ongoing surge, blaming smugglers for manipulating migrants into coming to the United States. However, critics argue that this narrative is a 'stone-cold lie' and that migrants are well aware of the lenient policies enacted by the current administration.
The central argument against the administration is that their actions have created an environment that encourages migrants to turn themselves in at the border. These individuals know that upon surrender, they are likely to be released within a day, provided with transportation to their preferred city at the expense of taxpayers, and offered accommodation, meals, medical care, and work authorization. It is this knowledge that incentivizes their decision to come to the United States, according to critics.
Recently, a concerning revelation further highlighted the organized nature of this influx. At an airport in Tucson, Arizona, a sign was spotted directing non-U.S. citizens without passports to a designated lane, raising questions about the coordination between Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and local non-governmental organizations. There are concerns about potential federal funds indirectly supporting this organized migration, and this matter is currently under investigation.
While some politicians plan on taking trips to the border to demand action, border experts, including retired Thomas Homan, argue that such gestures are mere 'dog and pony shows.' Homan emphasizes the need for action, urging Republicans to stay in Washington, D.C., and fulfill their duties by impeaching Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. This sentiment echoes the frustration of many who believe that concrete measures must be taken to secure the border and address the ongoing crisis.
As the holiday season unfolds, it is important to acknowledge the brave men and women of the Border Patrol who continue to work tirelessly to uphold American laws and protect national security. Their dedication to their duty does not go unnoticed, and regardless of the ongoing challenges they face, they remain American patriots and true heroes.
