Sen. Katie Britt
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CNN issued a correction to its reporting on Sen. Katie Britt’s criticism of the Biden administration’s border policies in her State of the Union rebuttal.
The story
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Britt cited the story of Karla Jacinto, a victim of sex trafficking from ages 12-16 in Mexico. CNN questioned aspects of Britt’s account, but later acknowledged its own inaccuracies.
Claim to meet
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CNN clarified Britt did not claim to meet Jacinto one-on-one.
Past reports
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Contrary to CNN’s report, Britt also did not say Jacinto was trafficked by “drug cartels,” and past reports support Jacinto describing her traffickers as a “crime organization.”
Speaking out
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Republicans accused CNN of a “smear campaign” against Britt for speaking out about open border policies exacerbating human trafficking and drug crises.
‘Absolutely right’
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“Joe Biden’s policies have been a gift to the cartels that are engaged in horrific sex trafficking and bringing fentanyl to the U.S. Katie Britt is absolutely right and that’s why the media is attacking her. They want to smear any conservative who speaks out,” Sen. Tom Cotton wrote on X.
Strong conservatives
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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wrote, “The media is targeting Senator Katie Britt because she’s a strong conservative who told the truth about open border policies. And Katie is exactly right: these border policies have been a disaster for the American people.”
Start talking
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“It’s past time for the media to stop covering for Joe Biden’s re-election campaign and start talking about the immense, very real human suffering that’s occurring right now,” Britt said.
The border
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“The cartels are making record-shattering profits from human trafficking. Historic numbers of migrants are dying at the border. And between brutal murders and fentanyl poisonings, far too many Americans are being killed. That’s the story the media doesn’t want to tell — and now they’re trying to silence me for telling it,” she added.
Its coverage
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CNN disagreed with claims its coverage was inaccurate.
A drug cartel
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Referring to sex trafficking victim Karla Jacinto, Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith said, “We had the opportunity to meet with a young lady. Her name was Karla. She was under control of a drug cartel and a human trafficker from the age 12 to 16, before she was able to escape that.”
Her story
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An advocacy group working with Jacinto said her story has been consistent for years.
Political issues
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“Ms. Jacinto has made it clear that she does not wish to be a pawn in political discussions around immigration policies or other political issues. Her focus is to help open peoples’ eyes and let the world know about the evils of human trafficking. She understands that people are [on] both sides of the political aisle can and must be united in this fight for the sake of vulnerable people,” advocacy group Reintegra said.
Vulnerable people
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“We invite Senator Britt and all who care about vulnerable people to join us in working together in a bipartisan, multinational way to help provide safe, migration and resettlement opportunities to help prevent this issue. We believe that we can’t fight this common enemy if we are instead fighting across party or racial divides. We ask all to reject language that dehumanizes those seeking asylum and treat others in a dignified, humane way as we work as one to make this world a better place,” they added.
Biden’s administration
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The border crisis under President Joe Biden’s administration has been a focal point of intense debate and scrutiny, marking a complex and multifaceted challenge that has significantly impacted immigration policy and public sentiment.
The issue
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As the administration grapples with surging migration, bipartisan negotiations, and evolving stances on border security, the issue continues to shape political discourse and public opinion ahead of the 2024 election.
Migrant apprehensions
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The border crisis, characterized by surging migrant apprehensions and escalating challenges at the southern border, has posed significant policy and operational challenges for the Biden administration.
The capacity
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The influx of migrants from Central America, as well as individuals from Haiti, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and elsewhere, has strained the capacity of border officials, leading to a contentious and polarized political landscape.
Shifting stances
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President Biden’s response to the border crisis has been subject to political maneuvering and shifting stances, yielding a complex interplay of legislative negotiations, executive actions, and public statements.
Restrict asylum
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The administration’s efforts to negotiate a bipartisan border security deal, including provisions to restrict asylum and expand legal immigration in limited ways, reflect the intricate policymaking and political positioning surrounding the crisis.
A focal point
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The border crisis has become a focal point of partisan contention, with House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump seeking to stifle the bipartisan bill, raising concerns about the potential neutralization of a powerful campaign issue for the Republican Party. The political positioning on immigration, characterized by contrasting approaches and policy negotiations, promises to be a key matter of debate in the upcoming election.
Presidential authorities
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President Biden’s responses to the border crisis, including the consideration of utilizing new presidential authorities to shut down the border, have sparked controversy and elicited varied reactions from immigration advocates, lawmakers, and activists. The administration’s attempts to address the crisis, while navigating political pressures and public sentiment, have underscored the complexity and sensitivity of the issue.
Willingness to negotiate
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The Biden administration’s approach to the border crisis, marked by a willingness to negotiate with Republicans on thorny issues and the pursuit of bipartisan consensus, reflects a nuanced and evolving strategy in response to the realities on the ground. The administration’s efforts to balance border security, humanitarian considerations, and the pursuit of bipartisan solutions underscore the multifaceted nature of the crisis and the challenges of governance in an election year.
Polarizing issue
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As the border crisis continues to unfold, it remains a critical and deeply polarizing issue that shapes the political discourse and policy landscape under President Joe Biden’s administration.
Border crisis
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The multifaceted challenges, intricate negotiations, and evolving policy responses reflect the complexities of governance and the ongoing efforts to address the border crisis amidst heightened political pressures and public scrutiny.
Pivotal and dynamic
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The border crisis under President Biden’s administration remains a pivotal and dynamic issue, shaping the national conversation and the trajectory of immigration policy in the United States.
