New Jersey Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew, member of the Judiciary Committee, recently expressed his concerns about the staggering influx of illegal immigrants into the United States. In a recent interview, Congressman Van Drew highlighted the alarming numbers and called for immediate action to address the issue.
According to the latest statistics, 35,000 illegal immigrants entered the country from Friday to Monday, adding to the already high number of 250,000 since December 1st. Going back to October 1st, the figure reaches a striking 730,000. To put this into perspective, the number of illegal immigrants entering the country since October would fill seven University of Michigan stadiums to capacity. This astonishing data highlights the urgency of the situation.
Congressman Van Drew emphasized that the solution is not complicated. He proposed a set of measures to address the problem effectively. These include completing the border wall, implementing the 'Remain in Mexico' policy, expediting the return of individuals to their home countries, ending the practice of catch and release, and hiring more border patrol agents. By adopting these straightforward actions, Van Drew believes that the border crisis can be resolved.
Furthermore, Congressman Van Drew expressed his view that the current administration is intentionally seeking to change the social fabric of the United States. He pointed out that the border crisis did not occur during the previous administration and attributes the surge to the policies implemented by the current administration.
The interview also touched upon the opinions of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who called on the federal government to address the issue promptly. Congressman Van Drew responded by criticizing Adams, stating that New York City's status as a sanctuary city contributed to its current predicament. Van Drew argued that when cities declare themselves as sanctuary cities, they invite and provide support for illegal immigrants, leading to the problems they are now facing.
In conclusion, Congressman Van Drew emphasized the need for decisive action to address the border crisis. He highlighted the necessity of passing H.R. 2, a bill that encompasses comprehensive border security measures. Despite the challenges posed by the current political landscape, Van Drew believes that by implementing these measures, the United States can regain control of its borders.
