The Biden Administration’s “Blue Campaign” to combat human trafficking during National Human Trafficking Prevention Month is being criticized due to Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’ role in enabling human trafficking through the mass migration crisis caused by reckless immigration policies. Law enforcement agencies report a significant spike in incidents of labor and commercial sex trafficking of non-citizens, particularly minors, both nationwide and in Tennessee.
A recent bust of a commercial sex trafficking ring in Tennessee highlighted the exploitation that occurs due to lax immigration policies. The Biden Administration’s policies have led to an increase in illegal border crossings, with minors being released to sponsors in the United States, often falling victim to forced labor and exploitation.
Congress and state lawmakers are being urged to change immigration laws and enforcement policies to deter illegal migration and exploitation. Initiatives such as impeaching Secretary Mayorkas and updating anti-smuggling and trafficking laws are being proposed to combat human trafficking effectively.
Preventing border-related human trafficking requires more than just awareness campaigns; it requires concrete actions to deter smugglers and traffickers. By implementing stricter enforcement measures and penalties, as well as strengthening partnerships with DHS agencies, state lawmakers can help prevent human trafficking and protect vulnerable migrants from exploitation.
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