Residents of border towns in Texas and Arizona have expressed dissatisfaction with Vice President Kamala Harris' handling of immigration issues at the southern border.

According to a recent report by Fox News, locals are skeptical about the potential for improvement if Harris were to become president.

The criticism comes as the Biden administration faces ongoing challenges with border security and immigration policy. Residents interviewed by Fox News Digital shared their perspectives on Harris' performance as the administration's point person for addressing migration issues, with many giving her low marks for effectiveness.

Residents Voice Concerns Over Border Security

A resident of Yuma, Arizona, highlighted the lack of border security, stating that the current situation is one where "there's no border security." This sentiment was echoed by other interviewees who pointed to what they perceive as open borders and inadequate measures to control illegal crossings.

Another resident from Sierra Vista, Arizona, described Harris' record on border issues as "lousy" and "non-existent," suggesting that her actions have led to further opening of the borders rather than securing them. The criticism extends to Harris' perceived lack of engagement with the issue.

An Arivaca, Arizona resident rated Harris' performance on border issues as a zero on a scale of zero to ten, emphasizing what they see as a complete absence of effective action on her part.

Skepticism Over Future Improvements

The Fox News report indicated that border residents are pessimistic about the prospects of improved border security under a potential Harris administration. This skepticism is rooted in their assessment of her current performance as vice president.

A Del Rio, Texas gun shop owner accused Harris of doing "nothing" for border security and criticized her for allegedly never visiting the border.

However, it's worth noting that Harris did visit a processing center in El Paso in 2021, though this appears to have done little to assuage local concerns.

Border Crossings And Administration Response

The report mentions that migrant crossings at the southern border increased significantly after President Biden took office. This surge followed the rollback of several Trump-era policies and an attempted moratorium on deportations by the Biden administration.

In response to rising numbers, President Biden tasked Vice President Harris with addressing the "root causes" of migration, including factors such as climate change, poverty, and violence in migrants' home countries. This assignment led to Harris being dubbed the "border czar" by media outlets and Republicans, although the White House has rejected this title.

A Del Rio resident stated, "Everything is literally open. People just come across, wait to get picked up and get sent along somewhere in the U.S."

Conclusion

Border residents interviewed by Fox News expressed strong dissatisfaction with Vice President Kamala Harris' handling of immigration and border security issues. They voiced concerns about open borders, lack of effective action, and skepticism about future improvements. The criticism comes amid ongoing challenges at the southern border and has potential implications for the upcoming presidential election, particularly in swing states like Arizona.