Morning Wire Border At Breaking Point & Russia-China Alliance Grows | 9.12.22
Sep 12, 2022
A surge of migrants released into El Paso highlights the intensifying crisis at the southern U.S. border. Local officials react as fatalities among migrants rise. Meanwhile, the podcast discusses the growing military and economic ties between Russia and China, a shift that poses a significant threat to U.S. interests. Concerns about Iran's nuclear ambitions are also raised, with alarming reports of uranium enrichment that could lead to weapon capabilities. The implications of these geopolitical tensions are explored in detail.
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Migrant Release in El Paso
- El Paso released 700-1,000 migrants due to overcrowded detention centers.
- These migrants, all from Venezuela, were provisionally released onto the city streets.
Migrant Entry Disparities
- Migrants from Venezuela or Haiti have a higher chance of entering the U.S. than those from Mexico or Guatemala.
- This is due to the dangers they might face if deported back home.
Busing Migrants to Sanctuary Cities
- Texas and Arizona continue busing migrants to sanctuary cities.
- Washington, D.C. declared a public emergency and requested federal aid.