Trent Lott: “I know there are strong feelings on the question of the U.S.-Mexican truck crossing at the border, a lot of…”

“I know there are strong feelings on the question of the U.S.-Mexican truck crossing at the border, a lot of ramifications, and making sure it is NAFTA compliant, and making sure the trucks come into the country in a safe way after being inspected. I understand all of that. This is an appropriations bill and this language should not even be on this bill. Clearly, though, this can be resolved. While everybody is in a position of wanting to get dug in, let me point out that this issue could go on for days. It is really not necessary. I have never seen an issue that is more clearly in the realm of having an agreement worked out. We ought to do it. I urge both sides to do their very best to accomplish that. I thank Senator Daschle for giving these answers. I withdraw my reservation.”