Blog Three

https://www.cnn.com/2018/04/05/politics/trump-border-crossings-contradiction/index.html

This analysis titled " Trump wants it both ways border crossing" written by Z. Bryan Wolf details the contradictions the president has created when discussing border patrol.  Wolf uses a tweet the president's tweet as evidence to back up his analysis which reads : "The Caravan is largely broken up thanks to the strong immigration laws of Mexico and their willingness to use them so as not to cause a giant scene at our Border. Because of the Trump Administrations actions, Border crossings are at a still UNACCEPTABLE 46 year low. Stop drugs!" Wolf goes on to point out that this argument is contradictory, considering that the president has just ordered the national guard to the border. I agree that sending such a high level of security directly contradicts Trump's desire to take credit for the decline in border activity. If the the Trump administration has faired so well in containing the situation, why call for such drastic measures? Wolf then goes on to provide more proof of this contradiction when he brought to attention the briefing with Homeland Security Secretary. Kirstjen Nielson explained that the number of crossings had increased back to regular levels, bringing to light the failure of the Trump administration to contain the situation despite Trump's claims. I agree with Wolf in that this sort of contradictory behavior should be brought to attention. If an administration claims facts on an issue and the president directly contradicts this not only through his words(tweets) but through direct action (sending National Guard to protect border), there has to be a degree of responsibility. It is inefficient and causes great damage to the president's credibility. I also feel that it is unfair to all citizens, including those who voted for him, in that he misinforms and twists situations, creating a false sense of trust within the population.