The Senate’s pro-immigration border deal is aimed at “handcuffing the next president who actually wants to secure our borders,” Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) declared after announcing the widely criticized bill. did.
Tuberville expressed disbelief that Republicans would be able to sign an agreement. At one point, it looked like things would be smooth sailing in the Senate if negotiators reached an agreement, but the deal now appears to have hit a deadlock.
“I can’t believe this is a ‘negotiated’ border security bill,” Tuberville posted on X after the bill was widely criticized. “This bill would destroy American sovereignty. It would weaken immigration laws for decades and handcuff the next president who actually wants to secure our borders and protect our country.” right.
“This bill was created to strengthen the infiltration of illegal immigrants into the United States. I am a firm NO.”
I can’t believe this is a “negotiated” “border security bill.”
This bill destroys American sovereignty. It would weaken immigration laws for decades and handcuff the next president who actually wants to secure our borders and protect our country. This bill…
— Tommy Tuberville (@TTuberville) February 5, 2024
Although Tuberville did not address him by name, Trump is the frontrunner to secure the Republican nomination and has chosen to make a last stand against Nikki Haley, his only remaining challenger in his home state. They have a lead of about 30 points. .
The former president promised to immediately reinstate many of the previous administration’s border policies that President Joe Biden rescinded, including catch-and-release and Remain in Mexico, leading to the current influx of migrants. President Trump also pledged to take further steps necessary to deter illegal immigration.
“Ridiculous ‘border’ bill will hold Republicans accountable for what radical left Democrats have done to the border in time for our most important policy,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Monday. It’s just a very clever trap.” elections so far. Don’t be fooled! ! ! ”
Bradley Jay is Breitbart News’ Capitol Hill correspondent. Follow him on X/Twitter. @BradleyAJay.
