In Mexico Relationship, Biden Prioritizes ‘Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’ Over Immigration and National Security

Mexican president Lopez Obrador meets with Joe Biden amid record-breaking migrant encounters, and escalated cartel violence. (Getty Images

Joe Biden missed an opportunity to speak with his Mexican counterpart last week about the border crisis and growing violence cartel. Instead, he chose instead to discuss “diversity, equity, and inclusion” “climate change” initiatives.

One day after Biden’s Jan. 9 sitdown with Mexican president Andrés Manuel López Obrador, the White House released A list of six “commitments” The meeting was a success. A pledge to advance is at the top. “diversity, equity, and inclusion,” with Biden López Obrador vowing to “promote racial justice,” “expand protections for LGBTQI+ individuals,” and “foster Indigenous-led growth.” A commitment is second on the list. “tackle the climate crisis” And finally, implement “ambitious cuts to emissions.”  National security and immigration, however, ranked much lower—Biden listed those issues last and third to last, respectively.

Biden’s decision not to prioritize equity in his Mexico meeting was made amid a crisis at the southern border. One Republican lawmaker said that the incident occurred during a time of ongoing violence. Washington Free Beacon Biden’s emphasis on diversity is inexcusable. Illegal immigration soared to record levels last yearWith migrant arrests exceeding 2.3 million, this is a 37 percent increase over the 1.7million seen in 2021. American citizens want to see action at the border. In midterm elections, 54% of voters identified immigration as an issue. “very important” Issue, a November Pew Research Center poll This compares to just 34% and 38% who identified climate change and racial issues, respectively. Despite this, immigration was a success. “largely unaddressed” during Biden’s meeting with López Obrador, Bloomberg reportedWe are both sides. “ran out of time.”

Rep. Mike Waltz (R. Fla.), who was elected last week urged Biden To use the Mexico meeting “take serious steps to secure our border,” Democrat’s emphasis on diversity “ridiculous.” Waltz emphasized the wave of cartel violence Biden was seen in Mexico before his visit. The violence the Republican claims will only accelerate the flow of drugs to the United States, as the Mexican Army takes. “dozens of casualties per week.”

“Our border is being controlled by the cartels, and the Biden administration clearly doesn’t want to deal with it in a serious way,” Waltz told the Free Beacon. “It’s disappointing and a huge missed opportunity.”

The White House didn’t respond to a request