Chad Wolf, AFPI Executive Director, joined News Nation to discuss the border crisis.

A recent discussion highlighted critical concerns over a Senate bill addressing border security, suggesting it lacked practical input from border operators. The critique pointed out that the bill introduced untested programs instead of relying on established, effective policies from previous administrations.

The speaker emphasized that instead of creating new, unproven programs, lawmakers should consider reinstating successful measures from the Trump or Obama eras. These previous policies, tested in the field, demonstrated efficacy in managing border security and immigration processes. The call was for a practical approach, focusing on proven solutions rather than reinventing the wheel.

A significant issue raised was the bill's proposal to remove immigration judges from the asylum process, placing authority solely in the hands of asylum officers. This shift, it was argued, could lead to a lack of rigorous scrutiny of asylum claims, of which 85-90% are often deemed invalid. The presence of immigration judges is crucial in maintaining a balanced and thorough evaluation of these claims.

Overall, the discussion underscored the importance of practical, field-tested solutions in border security and the potential risks of implementing untested programs without sufficient oversight. The debate continues as stakeholders push for policies that ensure both security and fairness in the immigration process.