Criticism Mounts for Biden Administration Following Report of Alleged Cartel Gunmen Crossing Border and Evading Arrest

Fox News correspondent reports on suspected cartel gunmen crossing into the United States illegally

Fox News correspondent Bill Melugin has reported on suspected cartel gunmen crossing into the United States illegally and evading capture. The report has drawn criticism towards the Biden administration's handling of the southern border. Melugin shared black-and-white images showing men with rifles running through a thicket.

Group of suspected cartel gunmen spotted crossing into Texas illegally

According to a law enforcement source, a group of individuals believed to be cartel gunmen, armed with rifles and wearing body armor, were spotted on surveillance cameras crossing into the Fronton area of Texas illegally. Elite Border Patrol agents were called to the scene and conducted a search of the area but did not find anyone.

Social media post by journalist sparks criticism towards Biden administration

A post on social media by journalist Bill Melugin has gone viral, sparking criticism from Republican lawmakers and others who believe that the Biden administration has not done enough to secure the border. Senator Ted Cruz accuses President Biden of empowering dangerous cartels and putting communities at risk by not following the law.

Republican lawmakers emphasize the importance of securing the border

Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-OK) has emphasized the importance of securing the border in response to a report. She referred to H.R. 2, a bill passed by the GOP-led House, as the most comprehensive border security bill since 1996. Bice believes that American communities are feeling the impact of border issues and urges the Senate to take action.

Republican senators criticize Biden's immigration policies

Republican senators Mike Braun and Katie Boyd Britt have criticized President Biden's immigration policies, specifically regarding the open border. They argue that this poses a national security risk and endangers the lives of American citizens. Sen. Braun expressed concern about cartel members slipping through undetected, while Sen. Britt highlighted the high number of daily encounters at the border, averaging nearly 7,300 during the first week of August. Both senators called on the Biden Administration to reverse course and address what they perceive as a crisis.

Border Patrol union accuses Biden administration of hiding reality of border situation

The National Border Patrol Council, a union representing Border Patrol agents, has criticized President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The union accused them of hiding the reality of the border situation and posted a message on a news site to highlight what they believe is being ignored by the administration and the mainstream media.

Head of U.S. Customs and Border Protection defends administration's border security efforts

The Daily Wire contacted U.S. Customs and Border Protection for a comment on a report. Alejandro Mayorkas, the head of the agency, defended the administration's border security efforts during a House committee appearance in May.

Homeland Security Secretary claims effective approach to border management

In a testimony, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas claimed that the US government's approach to border management is effective, despite acknowledging the flaws in the immigration system. He emphasized that efforts to secure the borders have also led to the weakening of cartels through international investigations and prosecutions.

Fronton, Texas known for heavy cartel activity

According to a post by Melugin, Fronton, TX is an area known for heavy cartel activity and drug smuggling. Border Patrol sources have reported frequent encounters with armed gunmen in the area. In June, another group of suspected cartel gunmen was arrested there.