Posted 1/25/2024, 6:19:00 PM
McConnell Retreats From Bipartisan Migrant Deal After Backlash From Hardline GOP
- McConnell backed away from border/Ukraine deal after backlash from hardline Republicans and concerns about undermining Trump
- Leaked details show bill includes Title 42-style border authority that's triggered at high migration levels
- Bill would grant parole, work permits, and legal counsel to various categories of migrants
- At least 6 Republican senators pledge to block bill, saying it would undermine future crackdowns
- House Republicans unlikely to take up bill even if it passes Senate, limiting its real impact