Conspiracy Theories Exploring The Unseen
Crisis or Creation_ Unpacking Government Actions
19 Jan 2026
What claims are being made about the current administration's crisis management?
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Movement that inspires. Welcome to the Fortune Factor podcast, where we dive into the complex world of policies and their impacts. Today, we're tackling a provocative assertion. The administration isn't responding to a crisis, it's creating one. You might be wondering what that means, and we're here to break it down. Let's start by looking at border security and immigration.
In fiscal year 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported over 2 million encounters at the border. That's the highest number we've ever seen. Fast forward to August 2024, and that number skyrocketed to more than 10.3 million encounters under the Biden-Harris administration. Meanwhile, drug seizures are also rising.
CBP reported over 2,000 pounds of fentanyl were taken out just in August 2022 alone. These statistics tell a compelling story of challenges facing our border. Critics of the administration are quick to point out these figures as evidence of crisis creation rather than management.
Republican lawmakers like Senator Rob Portman argue that the administration's approach to border security has led to record levels of migration and increased drug trafficking. Texas Governor Greg Abbott went as far as to claim that the Biden administration has created a constitutional crisis by not enforcing immigration laws effectively.
On the flip side, supporters of the administration provide a different perspective. They argue that the current government is attempting to address deeper, systemic issues in the immigration and drug policies rather than simply reacting with punitive measures. They advocate for comprehensive reform as a necessary step forward.
To add depth to this discussion, let's consider the thoughts of notable experts. John P. Walters, the former director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, criticizes the administration for not allocating enough resources to tackle the ongoing opioid crisis.
Then there's the Center for American Progress, which suggests that some policies may be exacerbating national security dilemmas, particularly concerning international relations like those with Iran. History can also provide some context to our conversation. Take the panic of 1792, for example, which highlights how governmental actions can contribute to financial crises.
Speculative activities at the time, combined with the growing pains of a new nation, brought financial instability. Fast forward to the Reorganization Act of 1939, where President Franklin D. Roosevelt's ability to reshape the executive branch marked a significant shift in presidential power.
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