Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's statements on border policies and immigration reform
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that President Biden didn't eliminate all of the border policies put in place by former President Trump, but specifically got rid of the policy to separate children from their parents. He mentioned that the economy and conditions in Latin America are influencing migration. Buttigieg criticized Republicans for opposing the Senate border bill and highlighted bipartisan efforts on immigration reform.
Key Points
- Biden eliminated the policy of separating children from parents at the border
- Buttigieg criticized Republicans for opposing Senate border bill
- Mention of bipartisan efforts on immigration reform
Pros
- Acknowledgment of bipartisan efforts on immigration reform
- Highlighting the impact of the economy and conditions in Latin America on migration
Cons
- Disagreement between Buttigieg and CNBC co-host Joe Kernen on border policies under Biden and Trump