The Imploding Russia Probe | Ep. 460

Border Debate

The ongoing debate over U.S.-Mexico border security highlights the stark political divide between Republicans and Democrats. Ben Shapiro argues that Democrats are not genuinely interested in reaching a deal on border security because they benefit from illegal immigration. He points out that policies like California's automatic voter registration for driver's license holders could allow illegal immigrants to vote, which he sees as a strategic move by Democrats to maintain their political power 1. Shapiro also critiques Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for his ineffective negotiation tactics, suggesting that Schumer's threats to shut down the government over DACA are empty and lack leverage 2.

The reality is Schumer doesn't want a deal because he wants to be able to claim Republicans stopped a deal. Republicans do want a deal, but not on the terms Democrats are offering.

--- Ben Shapiro

This political stalemate underscores the complexity of immigration negotiations and the challenges in reaching a bipartisan agreement.

   

DACA Fallout

The fallout from the DACA policy continues to stir public and political reactions. Ben Shapiro describes how DACA recipients, known as Dreamers, have been actively protesting, including outside Chuck Schumer's house and even blocking an entrance to Disneyland 3. These protests, according to Shapiro, are more about gaining media attention than achieving tangible results. He suggests that the likelihood of a DACA deal being reached is slim, with both sides entrenched in their positions 4.

I don't think a DACA deal is imminent. I don't think that Mitch McConnell is going to push one. I don't think Trump is going to sign one.

--- Ben Shapiro

This ongoing tension reflects the broader challenges in addressing immigration reform and the uncertain future for Dreamers.