Dr. Phil McGraw recently shared insights from his visit to the Texas border on “Hannity,” revealing his shock at the differing treatments migrants receive from state versus federal law enforcement officers. The former daytime talk show host decided to see firsthand what was happening at the border, where he learned from Border Patrol agents that an estimated 13 to 14 million people have entered the U.S. since President Biden took office, a figure significantly higher than the administration’s claim of six million.
During his discussions with border agents, Dr. Phil was told that the agents do not seek additional funding or resources but rather the enforcement of existing laws to allow them to effectively do their jobs. This, they believe, could bring the border crisis under control immediately.
Dr. Phil voiced his concern about migrants from China, the Middle East, and Russia illegally crossing the southern border, pointing out the significant increase in Chinese migrants from 1,100 between 2010 and 2020 to 33,000 in the first 11 months of 2023. He raised questions about the intentions and activities of these largely military-aged male migrants, suggesting that their motives might not be benign.
The most startling revelation for Dr. Phil was the stark contrast in how migrants react to encountering officers from the Texas Department of Public Safety versus federal agents. According to him, migrants attempt to avoid state officers, knowing they could be arrested and deported, but they actively seek out federal agents who might provide them with financial assistance and a distant court date.
Dr. Phil’s account underscores the complexities and challenges at the southern border, highlighting the need for a unified approach to immigration and border security that respects the rights of migrants while ensuring the safety and integrity of the U.S. border.