Do You Trust Trump or Kamala Harris More on Immigration and Border Security?

One might assume that Kamala Harris had ample time to address the issues of immigration and border security during her time as a government official. However, the reality is quite different. Since her statement that the border was secure three and a half years ago, it has become clear that her claims were at best misguided and, if not deceitful, then woefully out of touch with the reality on the ground. This article examines the claims and actions of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in the context of immigration and border security.

From “Secure” to “We Have a Problem”

Kamala Harris declared the border to be secure several times in her time as a government official. However, these statements have proven to be increasingly at odds with the reality of immigration and border security on the southern border. Given her previous statements, one naturally questions why she should be trusted now, when clear problems have arisen.

President Trump and the “Wait in Mexico” Policy

Under the leadership of President Donald Trump, the “wait in Mexico” policy was implemented. This policy not only stopped the flow of illegals but also led to Mexico's government sending troops to its southern border to manage the influx of migrants. In turn, 28,000 troops were deployed by Mexico to the U.S. southern border, effectively building the wall that President Trump never managed to get built. The results were significant: food prices went down, gasoline prices stabilized, and employment for all people increased. Furthermore, there were no wars during this period.

In stark contrast, under Kamala Harris and Joe Biden's administration, the situation has deteriorated. Inflation is up by 20%, crime is rampant, and the border remains wide open. Gasoline prices remain 1.00 per gallon higher than when Trump left office due to the lack of effective measures to control the influx of illegals. The war between Russia and Ukraine started with Joe Biden's initial statements of optimism, and now the situation is much more dire. Moreover, the cost of supporting illegals through federal and state subsidies is expected to increase to 200 billion per year by 2028, a stark rise from the 150 billion per year it currently stands.

The Blame Game

It's worth noting that Kamala Harris and the rest of her party try to push all the responsibility onto Trump. However, the reality is that significant changes have happened within her tenure. Food prices were already on the rise, gasoline prices were under pressure, and employment numbers were less than optimal before Trump came into office.

The New Software: CBP One App

One noteworthy development under the Biden administration was the creation of the CBP One app. The app allows immigrants to load their information, and once the border patrol has this data, they can choose the U.S. city of their preference. The border patrol will then board the immigrants on planes in their native country and fly them and their families to their chosen destination, bypassing detention centers completely. This initiative is a clear example of how the Biden administration is attempting to control and manage the influx of illegals without resorting to the tough measures of the Trump administration.

Conclusion: Trust in Leaders

The question of trust in immigration and border security leaders is not simply a matter of party affiliation. It is a matter of facts and evidence. The data and the outcomes under both Trump and Kamala Harris's policies reveal that trust in a leader requires not only rhetoric but also action. Under President Trump, there was a clear demonstration of effective policy that addressed the issue head-on. Under Kamala Harris, the lack of action and the escalation of problems call into question her leadership in this critical domain. As the debate continues, it is essential to trust in the leaders whose policies have a proven track record of effectiveness.