Arrr, me hearties! 'Tis the break o' day, ye daft landlubbers! "Morning Glory: 'Tis the border, ye fool!"
2024-03-05
Arrr mateys, our next adventure shall be huntin' down those scurvy dogs who dare cross our borders without permission! We'll be takin' no prisoners in this Fall campaign against illegal immigration. Hoist the sails and prepare for battle!
In the 17th century pirate lingo, Ellis Island started welcoming immigrant arrivals on January 1, 1892, according to the Ellis Island Foundation. Over 12 million immigrants entered the United States through Ellis Island in the following 62 years, averaging less than 200,000 migrants annually. While Ellis Island wasn't the only entry point, it symbolizes America's openness to newcomers. Between 1880 and 1930, 28 million migrants arrived in the US, averaging around 560,000 per year in peak migration years.Since President Joe Biden's inauguration, the number of migrants crossing the southern border far exceeds historical immigration levels. With encounters surpassing 8.5 million and estimates nearing 2 million "got-a-ways," over 10 million individuals have entered the country in just over three years. This unprecedented influx has shifted the focus of Americans, with immigration now a top concern over government issues.President Biden's handling of the border crisis may impact his candidacy as he prepares for the State of the Union address. While he may not delve into specific migration numbers, the repercussions of the uncontrolled influx are evident in various sectors like crime rates and strained public services. As the border situation worsens, the upcoming election seems heavily influenced by immigration, inflation, and other pressing matters.