Turkish Immigrant Raises Concerns Over Ease of Illegal Entry into the US
Border Crisis: A Firsthand Account
A Turkish immigrant, who entered the United States illegally, has voiced concerns over the ease with which he was able to cross the border in California. The man, who chose to remain anonymous, stated that he paid a cartel approximately $10,000 for safe passage into the United States. He expressed surprise at the lack of thorough checks to ensure that those entering the country illegally were not dangerous criminals.
Concerns Over Lack of Security Checks
In a conversation with reporter Bill Melugin, the man voiced his agreement with American concerns over border security. He stated, "In fact, American people [are] right, completely true. Who comes into this country? They don’t know." He went on to express his shock at the absence of security and background checks.
Worries About Who is Crossing the Border
When asked if he was concerned about the type of people who were crossing the border, the man responded affirmatively. He expressed his worry that some of the individuals crossing the border did not appear to be "normal."
Visa Rejections Lead to Illegal Entry
Melugin revealed that the group of Turkish immigrants decided to enter the United States illegally after their visa applications were rejected multiple times.
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What's Your Take on This?
This firsthand account of illegal immigration raises important questions about border security and immigration policies in the United States. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you think more needs to be done to secure the borders and ensure only those who pass thorough checks are allowed entry? Share your thoughts and this article with your friends. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, delivered to your inbox every day at 6pm.
