
John Dickerson, co-anchor of CBS Evening News, shocked viewers by claiming that migration at the US southern border is currently at its lowest point since the Trump administration. This statement conveniently ignores the more than 10 million illegal border crossings that have taken place since President Joe Biden assumed office, sparking outrage among conservative audiences.
During a segment on migration, Dickerson discussed new polling data that shows a deep divide between Democrats and Republicans on the administration’s handling of the border. While 67% of Democrats believe the administration has worked to reduce migrant numbers, 65% of Republicans think Biden’s policies have actually increased illegal crossings. Dickerson’s selective use of data paints an inaccurate picture of the crisis, avoiding the staggering number of migrants who have crossed over in the past few years.
CBS's John Dickerson: "We know the parties are ideologically put opposed, but there's also a division on basic facts. One example, the border. Migration has at its lowest level since the Trump administration. But the polls show not everyone sees it that way, do they?"
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— Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) October 14, 2024
Conservatives have long accused the mainstream media of downplaying the ongoing border crisis to protect the Biden administration. By focusing on recent monthly data, Dickerson attempted to divert attention from the broader issue — the millions of illegal entries that have flooded into the US since 2021.
Border towns, particularly in states like Texas, continue to suffer under the weight of this crisis. Local resources are stretched thin, and law enforcement agencies are overwhelmed. Despite these facts, Dickerson’s comments provided cover for the administration, ignoring the long-term damage caused by Biden’s immigration policies.
CBS’s John Dickerson GASLIGHTS Viewers on Migration, Expects Them to Pretend 10M+ Border Crossings Never Happened https://t.co/YA9CazmSZs
— Jorge Bonilla (@BonillaJL) October 15, 2024
The Biden-Harris administration has faced criticism for reversing Trump-era policies that effectively slowed illegal crossings. Instead of addressing the true scale of the problem, media outlets like CBS appear more interested in spinning favorable narratives to shield the administration from further political fallout.
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— Mike Sington (@MikeSington) November 2, 2023