Joe Biden found himself in a heated exchange with a reporter, showcasing visible frustration as he passionately demanded more authority to address border issues.

In response to questioning about his administration’s efforts to secure the border, Biden vehemently asserted, “I’ve done all I can do! Just give me the power! Give me the border patrol, give me the people, the judges. Give me the people who can stop this!”

Amid ongoing negotiations with Senate Republicans regarding border security and funding for Ukraine, Biden’s eagerness to push through a deal to bolster border control and “shut the border down” drew criticism from liberal Democrats concerned about potential concessions.

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) dismissed the likelihood of the proposed deal gaining traction in the lower chamber, indicating a standoff on the issue. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the existing authority for increased deportations.

Before departing, Biden fielded inquiries regarding former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the 2024 ballot. Biden’s response, while acknowledging Trump’s campaign, took a lighthearted jab at the reporter, framing inquiries about Trump as a challenge to democracy.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre navigated queries regarding legal challenges to Trump’s candidacy, acknowledging his victories in various state courts while sidestepping direct commentary on specific cases.