What's happened
President Biden and Donald Trump are both visiting the US-Mexico border in an attempt to seize the narrative around immigration ahead of their presidential match-up later this year.
Why it matters
The duelling visits by the two presumptive nominees follow a record influx of undocumented migrants entering the country, making it a significant event ahead of their presidential match-up later this year.
What the papers say
The Independent says Trump is expected to accuse the Biden administration of failing to protect the border while offering his vision for a draconian immigration policy including mass deportations. Meanwhile, New York Times reports that Biden plans to speak with border agents and call out House Republicans who thwarted a bipartisan border bill. The Independent also mentions that the border is set to be a key issue at the general election in November.
How we got here
The duelling visits by President Biden and Donald Trump follow a record influx of undocumented migrants entering the country, with much of it being directed from Texas to Democrat-run cities.
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