Border czar Kamala Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris, recently endorsed by President Joe Biden as his successor for the Democratic nomination, has faced criticism from right-wing media and politicians, who claim she shares responsibility for Biden's perceived failures, particularly regarding border policy. Despite being labeled the 'border czar', Harris has not communicated with the current or former U.S. Border Patrol chiefs during her tenure, raising concerns about her effectiveness in addressing the ongoing border crisis. Former Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz highlighted the issue, stating he never had a conversation with either Biden or Harris about the border situation. Critics, including Senator J.D. Vance, argue that Harris has failed to address critical immigration challenges and has concealed Biden's cognitive decline. Harris was tasked with tackling the 'root causes' of migration but has struggled amid a historic surge in border encounters. The Biden administration's response to immigration remains a focal point as the 2024 presidential race heats up.