Democrats are standing behind President Biden’s executive action to limit the number of migrants who can claim asylum between ports of entry at the U.S.-Mexico border. Delaware Senator Chris Coons defended the move on CBS’s “Face the Nation,” emphasizing that Biden is genuinely trying to solve the border crisis.
Coons argued that the American public can distinguish between “substance and showmanship,” accusing Republicans and former President Donald Trump of exploiting the border issue for political gain ahead of the November election. He criticized Republicans for repeatedly rejecting bipartisan solutions to improve border security.
During the interview, Coons highlighted Biden’s persistent efforts to address the border crisis, contrasting them with the approaches taken by the previous administration. He reiterated that Biden’s actions are focused on creating a sustainable and effective solution, rather than leveraging the issue for political advantage.
