Direct Impact | Crisis at the border: Unpacking the surge and its political implications

In this episode of Direct Impact, host Ben Swann discusses the pressing issue of illegal immigration at the US southern border, a critical topic in the 2024 presidential election. The show examines the drastic changes in border encounters following the end of Title 42 and the significant increase in migrants from countries like Venezuela, India, and China. Political Analyst Bill Crane and former US diplomat Jim Jatras join the discussion, addressing the complexities and political implications of this crisis and International correspondent Manila Chan provides further insights into the numbers and the political ramifications for the Biden administration.