A senior House Republican from California, Rep. Darrell Issa, has extended an invitation to Vice President Kamala Harris to visit the border crisis in his district. He has been inviting her for the past four years, both before and after she was tasked with addressing the root causes of migration from El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala.
Issa emphasized that the migration problem is more diverse than just those three countries, with immigrants coming from various parts of the world such as Romania, Russia, and Asia. Despite his repeated invitations, Issa does not anticipate Harris accepting, based on his past experiences trying to meet with her during his time as a Trump appointee.
The latest data shows a decrease in border encounters in June, with just under 84,000 migrants encountered between points of entry. However, Republicans argue that the number is still too high and continue to hold Biden and Harris responsible for crimes committed by illegal immigrants.
As Issa extends his invitation to Harris, Sen. J.D. Vance, a Republican from Ohio and former President Trump’s running mate, is expected to tour part of the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona. Issa highlighted the importance of enforcing laws, punishing criminals, and securing the border as core principles of the Republican Party.
While Issa is hopeful for Harris to witness the border crisis firsthand, he acknowledges the differences in priorities between the two parties. The article reached out to the Harris campaign for comment but did not receive a response at the time of publication.
In light of the ongoing border security crisis, the visits from Republican lawmakers like Issa and Vance serve as a reminder of the differing approaches to immigration and national defense. The debate surrounding border security and immigration policies continues to be a central issue in American politics, with both parties holding firm to their respective stances.