Senator Lindsey Graham urged President Joe Biden to address the growing migrant inflow at the U.S. southern border.
Senator Lindsey Graham Calls for Action on Border Crisis, Declares “America is Full”
Graham stressed that there is no more capacity for migrants in the US and that illegal immigrants should be deported or wait for asylum. Graham told CBS Face the Nation, “America is full.” He recommended using “Title 42 authority” to curb immigration. He suggested slowing the asylum procedure, especially for those with long hearing waits, and prioritizing the deportation of the 1.7 million people awaiting removal before accepting new immigrants.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a measure allowing police to arrest, jail, and deport migrants in response to the border crisis. Graham’s comments echo concerns about migration’s burden on resources and infrastructure.
Senator Graham also linked border issues to bipartisan international collaboration. He said Republicans in Congress would accept more Ukraine help if the Biden administration works on immigration reform and border control. Graham underlined that Congress needs tools from the White House to handle and minimize border issues.
Senator Graham Advocates for Title 42 Use in Addressing Immigration Challenges
Senator Graham mentioned Title 42, a public health law that empowers the U.S. government to promptly deport people, including asylum seekers, during health emergencies. Graham’s suggestion to apply Title 42 suggests utilizing it to regulate migration.
The senator’s comments highlight the US immigration and border control debate. Domestic immigration issues and foreign aid agreements demonstrate the complexity and interconnectedness of political discussions in resolving multidimensional issues. Both sides of the aisle want the Biden administration to solve the border crisis and manage immigration’s humanitarian and logistical issues.