PHOENIX – Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make her maiden visit to the US-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee. This visit comes as a response to one of her major vulnerabilities ahead of the November election.

Her scheduled appearance in Douglas, Arizona, is strategically timed as former President Donald Trump and the Republicans have been aggressively criticizing the Biden administration’s immigration policies, often targeting Harris for not spending enough time at the border during her tenure.

Immigration and border security are key issues in Arizona, the battleground state that shares its border with Mexico. Arizona faced a record number of asylum seekers last year. Trump maintains an advantage with voters on immigration matters, and Harris aims to address this issue head-on to neutralize a critical line of attack from Trump.

In her campaign speeches, Harris highlights the failure of a bipartisan immigration reform bill earlier this year and emphasizes the need for a president who prioritizes border security over political games. She is expected to echo these sentiments during her visit to Douglas.

Furthermore, Harris plans to underscore her past accomplishments as California’s attorney general in combating crime along the border. This trip aims to emphasize her commitment to solving the humanitarian crisis and ensuring an orderly immigration process.

Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost, a strong advocate for Harris, praises her efforts in addressing border enforcement issues, acknowledging the humanitarian crisis at the border and the importance of resource allocation for a structured immigration system.

The upcoming visit to Douglas by Vice President Harris puts the spotlight on immigration just weeks before the Election Day, with Trump already launching verbal attacks against her credibility regarding border policies.

Despite criticisms, Harris’s focus on tackling root causes of migration in Central America and promoting long-term solutions have been key elements of her strategy. Polls indicate that Trump is still perceived as more reliable when it comes to handling immigration matters.

Douglas, as the chosen location for Harris’s visit, represents a Democratic stronghold amidst a predominantly Republican Cochise County. The town’s strong ties to neighboring Mexico underscore the need for efficient legal border crossings alongside efforts to curtail illegal border activities.

Overall, Vice President Kamala Harris’s visit to the US-Mexico border signifies a concerted effort to address border security and immigration challenges while countering political opposition.