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John McCain: If those are facts--and they are--then why don't we do more in the country of origin--Guatemala, El Salvador…

On the recordJanuary 27, 2016
If those are facts--and they are--then why don't we do more in the country of origin--Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras--where we can have these young people come to our consulates or our embassies and there apply for this asylum.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain questions the lack of action to help young asylum seekers in their home countries.

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