Hopes for comprehensive border security reforms in the 118th Congress are fading, according to House GOP sources.
Blaming the Senate
A spokesperson for House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) pointed out that the House Republicans have passed several border security and immigration enforcement bills, but none have been taken up by the Democrat-controlled Senate.
The spokesperson stated that due to the wide partisan divide, House GOP leaders are counting on former President Donald Trump’s return to office in 2024 for any meaningful border policy changes.
GOP’s Stance
Despite the Senate’s inaction, Johnson’s office maintains that “the only way to truly solve the problem is to elect President Trump in November.”
They criticized Democrats for proposing measures deemed inadequate and argued that Republicans would not allow the White House to settle for anything less than transformative change.
Democrats’ Response
Democrats have dismissed the Republican Secure the Border Act, criticizing its provisions from the Trump administration as unacceptable.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s office did not respond to requests for comment.
Cautious Legislation
The House GOP aide stressed the party’s commitment to addressing the border crisis, but declined to discuss any pending legislation that could serve as a catalyst for reform.
The aide asserted that Republicans “take this issue very seriously” and will continue to investigate the Biden administration’s handling of border security.
Bipartisan Failure
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The Johnson spokesperson indicated that with Republicans and Democrats still far apart on the issue, House GOP leaders are relying on former President Trump to take back the White House next year for any meaningful border policy changes to take place.
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