President Biden has faced pressure to address the immigrant crisis following his recent visit to the border in Texas. Despite calls for executive action, the White House has opted to rebrand illegal immigrants as 'newcomers.'
During a press briefing before heading to Camp David, President Biden fielded questions about potential executive actions he could take in the upcoming State of the Union address. He also faced inquiries about his interactions with his son, Hunter, in relation to business partners.
The current influx of immigrants has been compared to the largest migration in U.S. history, which occurred between 1881 and 1914 when over 10 million immigrants arrived from Europe. Some estimates suggest that this number has been matched in the past three years under President Biden's administration.
Democrats are uncertain about finding a swift solution to the crisis and emphasize the need for bipartisan cooperation. Suggestions include setting up processing centers near the border to handle the increasing number of arrivals with dignity and efficiency.
Republicans argue that President Biden has the authority to take executive actions without congressional approval, potentially reverting to border policies from the previous administration. However, the President's stance on this issue remains to be seen.
As the nation awaits President Biden's State of the Union address, many lawmakers are eager to hear about potential executive actions and policy changes regarding immigration.
