House Speaker Mike Johnson has sharply criticized President Biden’s border policies, claiming they are allowing “many dangerous people” to enter the United States. Johnson’s remarks come in response to the recent arrests of eight men with suspected ties to ISIS who crossed the southern border. These individuals were apprehended by federal immigration agents over the weekend in New York, Los Angeles, and Philadelphia.
Speaking to reporters today, Johnson expressed grave concerns about national security, suggesting that there could already be terrorist cells within the country. He called on President Biden to issue more executive orders to curb the flow of migrants, emphasizing the need for stricter border controls to prevent potential threats from entering the U.S.
The eight men from Tajikistan had been under surveillance by the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force prior to their arrests. While they have not been formally charged with any terror-related activities or plots, their detention has heightened fears about the security implications of current immigration policies. Johnson underscored the uncertainty regarding how many other individuals with dangerous intentions might have successfully entered the country undetected.
Johnson criticized what he perceives as President Biden’s lack of decisive action, arguing that the administration’s inaction is putting American lives at risk. He urged for immediate policy changes to address these security concerns and to ensure better protection of the nation’s borders.
As the situation unfolds, the issue of border security and immigration policy remains a contentious and critical topic in U.S. politics. The recent arrests have intensified the debate over how to balance national security with humanitarian considerations in the management of the southern border.
