Vice President Harris committed to signing a revised version of the failed bipartisan Senate border deal during a campaign event in Douglas, Arizona, on Friday. She emphasized her vision for law enforcement in managing border security and criticized former President Trump for politicizing the issue.
This visit marked her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border in three years, where she reiterated her intention to enhance asylum restrictions that have contributed to a decline in border crossings since May. Harris stated, “It was the strongest border security bill we have seen in decades,” and blamed Trump for sabotaging it to avoid addressing the problem.
In addition to advocating for the border security bill, Harris proposed a five-year ban on reentry for individuals who cross the border outside designated entry points, alongside increased penalties for repeat offenders.
She also highlighted the need for comprehensive immigration reform, including improvements to the asylum system and pathways to citizenship for long-term undocumented residents. With a backdrop of growing concerns about fentanyl, Harris expressed her commitment to enhancing legal entry pathways and improving the efficiency of the asylum process.
Her detailed immigration policy proposals aimed to resonate with Arizona voters amid a contentious Senate race.
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