Rep. Mike Levin on Trump's Immigration Policies: Cruelty vs. Border Security

Border Crossings and Administration Policies

• 📉 The CBP reported the lowest southwest border crossings in March, a statistic President Trump ran on.
• 😨 Rep. Levin attributes these numbers largely to fear and intimidation rather than effective policy.
• ⚠️ He notes that policies have created a tenuous position for essential workforces like farm and service industries, where many are undocumented.

Deportation Policies and Humanitarian Concerns

• 🚫 While supporting the deportation of criminals, gang members, and drug dealers, Levin opposes the deportation of those playing by the rules.
• 💼 He advocates for individuals who are paying taxes and working hard to remain in the country, emphasizing a path to citizenship.
• 👨‍🦳 Levin shares a personal anecdote about his grandfather, who came to the US as a teenager and became a citizen at 50, expressing concern that such individuals might not come today due to fear of mistreatment.

Balancing Security with Humanity

• 🚧 Levin supports securing the border but strongly opposes policies that involve cruelty and a lack of humanity.
• ❤️ He believes in treating people with dignity and respect, even those who are undocumented.