Trump: Democrats in Congress Have Refused to Acknowledge the Crisis

The transcript discusses the high cost of illegal drugs and compares it to the requested funding for a border wall. It highlights the indirect funding through a trade deal with Mexico and mentions past support from Democrats for a physical barrier. The transcript criticizes Democrats for not acknowledging the border crisis and not providing necessary tools for border agents. It concludes by stating that the government shutdown is due to Democrats not funding border security and urges them to pass a spending bill to reopen the government.

According to the text, who has refused to acknowledge the crisis?

What tools does the speaker claim border agents need to protect families and the nation?