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Biden Admin Plans More Venezuela Deportation Flights as Migrant Numbers Soar

The Biden government is considering an increase in deportation flights to Venezuela, responding to unprecedented migrant numbers at the U.S. southern border. The situation remains uncertain as discussions in Washington about border security continue without a clear resolution.

During a recent press briefing, top officials praised Mexico for initiating deportation flights to Venezuela, mirroring the U.S.’s move to start similar flights to Mexico in October.

This development occurred amidst U.S.-Mexico talks last week, aimed at addressing migration issues. These discussions were deemed fruitful by officials, though they faced criticism from Republicans due to dialogues on “regularizing” undocumented immigrants in the U.S.

Officials noted that Mexico has implemented stricter border controls, leading to a reduction in migrant encounters and enabling the reopening of ports of entry in Texas, California, and Arizona.

Despite a recent decrease in encounters, December saw a record-breaking number of migrant interactions, with over 302,000 reported encounters, surpassing the previous high in September. This surge has significantly pressured the Biden administration, drawing attention from both political parties and urban leaders in cities overwhelmed by migrant influxes, like New York, Chicago, and Denver.

Republicans attribute this crisis to the administration’s policies, urging for tighter asylum restrictions. Meanwhile, a funding proposal, which includes border aid, is stalled in Congress due to disagreements.

In contrast, the administration rejects claims of promoting “open border” policies, emphasizing increased deportations and the establishment of lawful migration routes. Officials highlight over 460,000 deportations post-Title 42 termination, more than the total in FY 2019.

An official confirmed plans to escalate repatriation flights to Venezuela, considering it a key component of their comprehensive immigration strategy.

Regarding negotiations for the supplemental funding request, which involves $14 billion for border matters, the administration remains hopeful about making progress.