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Democrats get impatient over US-Mexico border crisis
Democrats are getting impatient about the circumstances – not to mention politics – along the U.S.-Mexico border, and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas could carry the heaviest if he testifies in the House on Wednesday. What we hear: Rep. Bennie Thompson, chair of the Homeland Security Committee, may have a handful of questions. Some Democrats in Texas also remain indignant because they did not receive a warning that a White House delegation would visit their state two weeks ago – exacerbating the potential allies. Keep up to date with the latest market trends and economic insights with Axios Markets. Republicans have so far led criticism of Biden’s government, but it is becoming politically untenable for the president’s own party. “I think it’s safe to say Secretary Mayorkas on immigration rhetoric and President Biden’s decision on successful programs and agreements will be a button – by – button,” he said. Michael McCaul (R-Texas), a former chairman of the committee, told Axios. Thompson was more reticent before the trial: “I look forward to the testimony of Secretary Mayorkas.” . Veronica Escobar (D-Texas), who represents El Paso, told Axios she was invited to be a special guest interviewer. The big picture: a resurgence of migrants – including minor minors and families with young children – is being faced – some Biden officials are private. concerned Mayorkas cannot defend a border situation that is partially beyond the president’s control. Mayorkas tried to defuse the situation on Tuesday and issued a lengthy statement in which each committee was concerned. He even has a prescribed headline: The US is on track to meet more people on the border between America and Mexico “than we have had in the last twenty years,” he wrote. Mayorkas also acknowledged that the recovery of migrants is “difficult” while the administration’s progress and we carry out our plan. ” The news: while White House press secretary Jen Psaki said ‘now’ is not the time to come, Biden has repeatedly promised a more humane approach to immigration control, US President Donald Trump. Republicans seized on the increasing arrivals to attack the White House and accused Biden of pursuing an open border policy. House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy led a Republican delegation to Texas on Monday. The Democrats also planned their own trip. Trump also attacked Biden for the problem during his first speech since leaving office. The White House is keen to have Xavier Becerra confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services and begin filling in key border personnel. throughout the government. HSV plays a crucial role in the protection of minors once they have been discharged from the Customs and Border Patrol. What we are looking at: Will Democratic Committee use their questions to involve Mayorkas on the border, or stick to the general plan to focus on January 6 and domestic terrorism. Do you like this article? Get more from Axios and subscribe to Axios Markets for free.