The key points from the interview between Vice President Kamala Harris and Fox News anchor Bret Baier
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- Immigration Debate:
- Harris participated in a rare sit-down interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier, where immigration was the primary topic of discussion.
- Baier opened by asking Harris how many immigrants had crossed the southern border during the Biden administration. He noted the number was around 6 million after Harris acknowledged it was a pressing issue.
- Ending the Trump-Era Policy:
- Baier questioned Harris about the Biden administration’s decision to end the “Remain in Mexico” policy, which required asylum seekers to wait in Mexico during their U.S. court proceedings.
- Biden’s Immigration Bill:
- Harris emphasized that the first piece of legislation President Biden introduced was focused on immigration reform.
- Baier pointed out that despite Democratic control of Congress, the bill never came up for a vote.
- Harris on Fixing the Issue:
- Harris responded by saying that from day one, immigration was a priority for the administration.
- She highlighted efforts to increase resources at the border, strengthen penalties for illegal crossings, and improve entry points.
- Criticism of Trump:
- Harris criticized former President Trump for opposing a bipartisan border security proposal, accusing him of choosing to run on the issue instead of solving it.
- Baier’s Tough Questions:
- Baier referenced several tragic cases involving women allegedly killed by individuals who entered the U.S. illegally.
- He asked Harris if she owed those families an apology.
- Harris’ Response:
- Harris expressed empathy for the victims’ families, acknowledging the tragedies.
- She stressed that if a border security bill had been passed earlier, there would be more resources and personnel in place to prevent future harm.
- Upcoming Election:
- Harris concluded by stating that the upcoming election would determine whether the country would have a president committed to fixing problems, even if it wasn’t politically advantageous.