Our Ongoing Border Crisis

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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to address the ongoing crisis at our border.

When President Biden took office in January 2021, he inherited commonsense immigration policies, such as remain in Mexico and title 42, that worked to keep our Nation safe, reducing the flow of illegal drugs and gang members.

Unfortunately, President Biden immediately ceased construction of the border wall and enacted policies favoring illegal immigrants over Americans. Thankfully, the Supreme Court has challenged the legality of President Biden's policies and overturned the removal of title 42.

Now it is Congress' time to act. Both Republicans and Democrats acknowledge that our immigration system is broken, but only Speaker McCarthy's Commitment to America has a plan to repair our broken immigration system.

This Congress, Republicans will pass legislation that secures our border, stops the influx of illegal drugs and criminals, and ends catch-and-release loopholes and human trafficking.

Americans deserve a government that works in their best interest, and these policies will create a safe and secure Nation.

I would also like to wish a very happy birthday to my L.D., Kyle Jacobs.

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