Border Crisis: Bill apparently stalled; sheriffs call for action

FOX 10 Phoenix

26 Jan 202403:01

Summary

TLDRThe transcript covers recent developments regarding the situation at the US-Mexico border and negotiations in the Senate over potential bipartisan legislation to address border security and aid to Ukraine. It notes over 300,000 migrant encounters at the border in 2023 so far and cites Arizona officials calling the situation a 'crisis'. Former President Trump has indicated he wants no border solution so Republicans can blame Biden. Meanwhile, a bipartisan Senate bill focused on border security and Ukraine aid is being negotiated but facing obstacles, with Republicans warning the rumored contents would be 'dead on arrival'. Arizona Senator Sinema remains optimistic about clinching a deal, but border sheriffs demand action soon to protect communities.

Takeaways

😀 Border Patrol reported over 300,000 migrant encounters at the US border
😮 Negotiations underway in Senate on bipartisan bill focused on border security and aid to Ukraine
😠 Arizona officials claim lack of action on border crisis despite ongoing negotiations
😡 Former President Trump suggested Republicans not solve border issue in negotiations
😲 Sen. Romney criticized idea of hurting country politically
😀 Bill would make migrant expulsion easier and increase asylum requirements
😟 House Republicans warn bill may be 'dead on arrival' if rumors are true
🙂 Sen. Sinema optimistic about clinching bipartisan border security deal
😠 Cochise County Sheriff demands federal government work with local agencies on border issue
😀 President Biden vows to sign bipartisan border bill if it reaches his desk

Q & A

What are the latest border crossing numbers reported?
-The US Customs and Border Patrol reported over 300,000 border stops or encounters in recent months.
What are the two main issues the Senate bill would focus on?
-The Senate bill would focus on security aid to Ukraine and immigration reform related to the border crisis.
What does the Arizona Sheriff's Association president say about action on the border?
-He says action on the border is far past due, calling the situation a crisis.
What is former President Trump suggesting to Republican senators regarding border negotiations?
-He is suggesting Republicans would be better off not making a deal on the border, so he can blame Biden for the border crisis.
What types of immigration system changes are reportedly being proposed in the Senate bill?
-Systems to make it easier to expel migrants and increased requirements to claim asylum in the US.
Why did the House Speaker warn the Senate about the draft proposal?
-He warned that if rumors of the contents are true, regarding aid to Ukraine, the proposal would be 'dead on arrival'.
What is the view of Senator Kyrsten Sinema on the negotiations?
-She remains optimistic, saying they are close to a bipartisan deal to secure the border and ensure humane treatment of migrants.
What does the Cochise County Sheriff say is needed regarding the border situation?
-He says the federal government should be working arm-in-arm with local sheriffs to protect communities, which he does not see happening currently.
What recent statement did President Biden make regarding a border bill?
-He vowed to sign a bipartisan border bill if one reaches his desk.
What does the Arizona Sheriff's Association president say is needed regarding action on the border?
-He says action is far past due and calls the situation a crisis.