Alex Padilla actually said...

"Decreasing the time that migrants are in Border Patrol custody should be a top priority, especially for migrant children."

"I was glad to hear this week that the Department has decreased the amount of time that children spend in Border Patrol custody."

"I just think it important for those watching at home to kind of put the conversation and issues raised in this hearing in the proper context."

"I am hearing from a lot of advocates and service providers in California that more communication and coordination would be helpful between DHS and the NGO's."