U.S. Capitol Secured with Fence for SOTU Address
OAN’s Sophia Flores
4:20 PM – Thursday, March 7, 2024
A tall fence has been installed to wrap around the U.S. Capitol building in order to prepare for Joe Biden’s State of the Union address and due to “safety concerns.”
The fencing was put up after it was recommended by the U.S. Capitol Police and Secret Service as a safety precaution.
Many Republicans pointed out the hypocrisy of the Biden administration, specifically how the administration was quick to erect a security fence around the Capitol building for Biden’s speech, while neglecting to address necessary security measures at the Southern border.
In December 2023, border crossings reached a new record. The U.S. Border Patrol recorded approximately 250,000 instances of encounters with migrants attempting to cross into the United States during that month.
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Will the Biden administration take significant action to address the crisis at the Southern border and address the contrasting priorities between Capitol security and border security
Ht’s speech. 🤔🙄 #DoubleStandards
— Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) March 7, 2024
These tweets from Senator Rick Scott and Representative Lauren Boebert highlight the discrepancy between the measures taken to protect the U.S. Capitol and those taken to secure the Southern border.
While the Biden administration has been vocal about their opposition to a border wall, citing reasons of morality and racism, they seem to have no issue implementing security measures when it comes to their own safety. This has raised concerns among Republicans who argue that the safety of American citizens should be prioritized over political convenience.
The situation at the Southern border has become increasingly dire. Border crossings have reached record numbers, putting a strain on Border Patrol resources and compromising national security. The crisis has been fueled by a combination of factors, including economic struggles in neighboring countries and the perception that the Biden administration is more lenient towards illegal immigration compared to its predecessor.
The installation of the fence around the U.S. Capitol has only amplified the frustration of those who believe that the administration’s priorities are misplaced. While it is important to ensure the safety of high-profile events such as the State of the Union address, it should not come at the expense of addressing urgent issues affecting the country as a whole.
Republicans argue that the same level of urgency and resources should be allocated to securing the Southern border and deterring illegal crossings. They believe that neglecting this issue not only puts American citizens at risk but also undermines the integrity of the country’s immigration system.
As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether the Biden administration will take significant action to address the crisis at the Southern border. The installation of the fence around the U.S. Capitol serves as a stark reminder of the contrasting priorities and the impact these decisions have on the perception of the administration’s commitment to national security.
