Biden’s Mexico ambassador was so frustrated, he almost ran for president himself
Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar reveals in his new book that he considered running for president in 2024 due to frustrations with the Biden administration's border policies. He is now advocating for a 'borderlands platform' to future Democratic candidates.
Why it matters
The revelations provide insight into internal administration tensions regarding immigration and suggest a strategic push by Salazar to influence future U.S. border policy.
For nearly four years, Ken Salazar — the U.S. ambassador to Mexico under former President Joe Biden — grew increasingly frustrated with the White House’s border plan.
The article reports on the book's contents and the subject's perspective while maintaining a neutral tone.
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