"Border Deal Negotiations: Biden and Trump's Stances and Potential Agreement"

President Joe Biden expressed willingness to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border if Congress sends him a bill to sign, as part of a proposed deal that would also provide funding for Ukraine. The deal, which has not been formally agreed upon, would require the U.S. to close the border if a certain number of migrants cross illegally each day. Former President Donald Trump has been pressuring Republicans to oppose the negotiations. Biden's stance has drawn criticism from immigrant advocates, while House Speaker Mike Johnson called on him to take executive action to address the immigration situation. Immigration remains a major concern for voters in the 2024 election, with border arrests reaching an all-time high in December.