Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas visits Arizona to discuss decrease in illegal migrant numbers following President Biden's executive action on asylum processing. Border Patrol encounters have dropped by more than 40%.
Key Points
Border Patrol encounters dropped by more than 40%
President Biden must defend his record against criticism
Record numbers of migrant crossings at the border in recent years
Pros
Decrease in illegal migrant numbers at the southwest border
Implementation of President Biden's asylum processing executive action showing results
Cons
Criticism from former President Trump and Republicans regarding border policies
Accusations of releasing illegal criminals into the country