As immigration remains a focus in her campaign, Harris ventures to the forefront

Vice President Kamala Harris visited the southern U.S. border for the first time since becoming president, addressing the issue of immigration. She called for tougher security measures, including new fentanyl detection machines and more Border Patrol agents. Harris also plans to press the Chinese government to crack down on companies that make precursor chemicals used to make fentanyl. Additionally, she will propose tightening asylum restrictions, going further than President Biden’s executive action on the matter. Harris aims to implement stronger emergency authorities to address the record 10 million illegal border crossings since Biden took office. In response to criticisms from former President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, Harris’ aides insist her focus is on addressing the root causes of migration in Northern Triangle countries rather than broader border policies. The debate over immigration is particularly important in Arizona, where ranchers like John Ladd have seen an increase in border apprehensions on their property under the Biden administration. While some, like City Council member Danya Acosta, support Harris and her efforts to address immigration, others, like Ladd, remain skeptical of her intentions and believe she wants an open border. The issue of immigration remains highly polarizing, with voters split on who would better handle securing the border and treating immigrants humanely.

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