As the United States experiences a record influx of migrants, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are preparing for separate visits to the Texas border. This event occurs as the nation gears up for the upcoming presidential election, with immigration being a pivotal issue.

Biden attributes the surge in migrant crossings to Congress’s reluctance to support his proposed immigration reforms, emphasizing the need for bipartisan efforts to enhance border security and streamline asylum processes. He plans to visit Brownsville, Texas, to discuss with border patrol agents, law enforcement, and local leaders about increasing resources for border management, including funding for additional border patrol agents and advanced technology for detecting fentanyl.

In contrast, Trump, known for his stringent anti-immigration stance, intends to visit Eagle Pass, Texas, approximately 300 miles west of Brownsville. He continues to criticize the current administration for the situation at the border, asserting that gangs and migrants are entering the U.S. in large numbers due to Biden’s policies.

Both visits reveal the deep divide on immigration policy between Biden and Trump, with Republicans accusing Biden of encouraging illegal immigration through his asylum policies, while Democrats argue that Republicans are obstructing meaningful legislative solutions.

A recent poll indicates growing public concern over illegal immigration, with a majority now supporting the construction of a border wall, a policy strongly associated with Trump. This issue is shaping up to be a significant factor in the presidential election, with Biden’s handling of immigration identified as a weak point among voters, including Democrats.