Hunter Biden, the often-controversial son of President Joe Biden, made unexpected headlines after offering pointed remarks about illegal immigration during a lengthy, unscripted interview on the Shawn Ryan Show, hosted by former Navy SEAL Shawn Ryan.
The conversation quickly reverberated through Democratic political circles—not because of its tone, but because of its substance.
In remarks that sharply diverged from the official messaging of the Biden White House, Hunter Biden acknowledged that illegal immigration places real strain on public resources and can push veterans and working Americans to the back of the line.
For years, the administration maintained that the U.S. southern border was “secure.” Hunter Biden’s comments told a different story—one that echoed frustrations voiced by many communities across the country.
“We should absolutely have a strong immigration system,” Hunter said, “but not one where people enter unlawfully, drain limited resources, and receive priority over veterans—people who sacrificed decades of their lives and are still dealing with the consequences of long wars.”
Immigration Numbers Reached Historic Highs
During Joe Biden’s term in office (January 2021 through January 2025), illegal border crossings climbed to levels never previously recorded in the United States.
Data released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection shows a dramatic escalation:
- Between 8 and 10 million migrant encounters nationwide from fiscal year 2021 through late 2024
- Roughly 8.7 million encounters occurred specifically along the southwest border
- Annual totals hovered near 2 million encounters per year from 2021 to 2023
- Fiscal years 2023 and 2024 marked all-time highs
- A notable portion of encounters involved repeat crossings, contradicting claims that most migrants were one-time arrivals
At the same time, estimates of the total immigrants without papers population surged.
Research from organizations such as the Pew Research Center and the Migration Policy Institute indicates:
- Approximately 10–11 million unauthorized immigrants were present in early 2021
- By mid-2024, that figure had climbed to an estimated 13.7–14 million
- The total exceeds the population of more than three dozen U.S. states
Policy Shifts Fueled the Surge
Shortly after taking office, the Biden administration reversed several enforcement policies implemented under President Donald Trump, including the termination of Remain in Mexico.
Other changes included expanded parole initiatives—such as the CHNV program—allowing large numbers of migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to enter the country, alongside reduced interior enforcement and broader asylum eligibility.
A Rare Hunter Biden Stuns Democrats With Unfiltered Take on Illegal ImmigrationAdmission From Inside the Family
What made Hunter Biden’s remarks so striking was their source. He was not quoting conservative outlets or echoing Republican talking points. He spoke from personal observation, directly challenging the prevailing narrative.
When the president’s own son acknowledges that illegal immigration drains public resources and disadvantages citizens—particularly veterans—it becomes far harder to dismiss those concerns as partisan attacks.
For years, Americans were told that what they were seeing at the border wasn’t real. This time, the acknowledgment came from within the Biden family itself.
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