Bipartisan Border Deal Faces Opposition and Unresolved Issues
As negotiations continue, the cost of the deal is expected to exceed $14 billion, while key issues remain unresolved and opposition from former President Trump and his allies threatens its success.
- Negotiations for a bipartisan border deal are underway, with the cost expected to surpass the initially requested $14 billion.
- Key issues remain unresolved, including how to fund the new policies and the issue of parole, a policy that allows illegal immigrants to live in the U.S. temporarily.
- Former President Trump and his allies are rallying opposition against the deal, potentially threatening its success.
- The Hispanic Caucus has been excluded from the negotiations, raising questions about the diversity of voices in the talks.
- The deal is tied to aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, adding to its complexity and urgency.