In a recent episode of Dan Bongino’s podcast, the conservative commentator pulled back the curtain on what he believes is a major misjudgment by President Joe Biden regarding mass immigration. Titled “It’s Always Been About the Clintons,” the episode weaves together decades of political manipulation and what Bongino labels voter engineering, linking it directly to the current immigration crisis at the southern border.
Bongino was widely shared alongside a tweet from user @Appman1981 that claimed, “His plan to import voters is going to end up costing him his power.” This sentiment resonates strongly with a growing public dissatisfaction over ongoing border issues. According to Bongino, leniency at the border is more than a gesture of compassion; it’s a calculated maneuver rooted in a long-held Democratic belief that “demographics are destiny.”
His assertion is bold: “They thought if they flooded the country with illegal aliens, they could eventually flip red states blue. That’s the whole game plan. But now it’s backfiring.” The numbers support his claim, with polling data indicating a backlash among working-class voters, particularly among Hispanic and Black Americans. Reports from Gallup and Pew highlight record numbers of undocumented border crossings, almost 2.4 million this year alone—a stark contrast to prior averages and a clear sign that many view the border situation as a crisis.
This discontent doesn’t seem limited to any one political faction. A significant portion of the population, regardless of party affiliation, is voicing disapproval of Biden’s immigration policies. A CBS/YouGov poll shows a troubling 66% of Americans disapprove of his approach to immigration, signaling potential trouble as the 2024 election looms.
Bongino’s rhetoric amplifies the notion that these statistics represent more than mere policy disagreements; they signify a sense of betrayal. He articulates concerns shared among citizens: “People don’t want communities where crime is rising, where schools are overwhelmed, where working-class wages are driven down.”
This sentiment echoed in comments from state and local leaders. New York City’s Mayor Eric Adams, a Democrat, recently expressed alarm about the financial implications of caring for asylum seekers, estimating the need for $12 billion over the next two years to manage the influx. This assertion reflects a growing awareness of the mounting challenges faced by urban areas.
Red-state governors are pushing back too, employing political theater by transporting migrants to so-called “sanctuary cities.” Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis and Texas’s Governor Greg Abbott have organized bus and flight movements to cities like New York and Washington, D.C. The Biden administration criticized this strategy, but it sends a clear message: if the federal government is not willing to act decisively, states will fill that void.
In this political environment, Bongino’s claim that the administration’s immigration strategy is both intentional and doomed seems to gain traction. He highlights a historical pattern, linking contemporary tactics to decisions made during the Clinton era, positing that for years, voter importation has been a quiet yet strategic element of Democratic planning.
Referring to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, Bongino states, “It wasn’t about compassion. It was about votes.” This commentary ties into a larger narrative: the shift away from appealing to traditional working-class voters through job creation and strong family values. Instead, he alleges, the focus has been on maintaining open borders.
Yet, this strategy may soon cost Democrats dearly in battleground states. Data from 2020 revealed that Trump increased his support among Hispanic and Black voters, and recent surveys indicate continued concerns among these groups regarding immigration, inflation, and safety.
States like Arizona, Nevada, and Georgia—where immigration issues are particularly pressing—are showing signs of tightening political races. Recent polling from CNN suggests Biden is struggling against potential Republican challengers in these areas, with border security quickly becoming a primary voter concern.
Bongino is not an isolated voice. David Axelrod, a former advisor to President Obama, acknowledged that immigration could become a “political liability” for Democrats if the government fails to manage the border situation effectively.
Republicans in Congress are making their views known as well. A recent report from the Judiciary Committee described the border crisis as a “man-made disaster,” attributing the surge in illegal crossings to “deliberate inaction” by the current administration. The statistics cited reveal a staggering nearly 300% increase in illegal border crossings in just a few years, with accompanying rises in gang crime and drug trafficking.
Bongino underscores this data to bolster his core argument: the Democratic strategy of altering voter demographics through immigration is fracturing. Instead of solidifying power, it risks alienating critical segments of the American populace, particularly those most affected by these changes. As he puts it, “It’s not just conservatives getting angry. People in cities, border towns, suburbs—everyday people—are saying, ‘Enough.’”
As the election approaches, the stakes of this miscalculation rise. In a complex political landscape marked by inflation, crime, and economic uncertainty, immigration is emerging as a defining issue. For Democrats who have placed their hopes on converting gratitude from immigrants into votes, the coming months may reveal deeper truths about their electoral strategy.
The tweet from @Appman1981, while brief, encapsulates a widespread sentiment: “His plan to import voters is going to end up costing him his power.” What once circulated quietly in obscure corners of talk radio and blogs now finds itself at the forefront of the national conversation.
If Bongino’s analysis holds any weight, the 2024 election could serve as a pivotal moment for voters to express their true sentiments loud and clear.
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