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David Valadao: My people in Texas, and I am certain because of the pervasive effects of the open border on all States, I suspect people…

On the recordMarch 22, 2023
My people in Texas, and I am certain because of the pervasive effects of the open border on all States, I suspect people across the country find that not just hard to believe, but insulting to say the border is secure.
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David Valadao
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Valadao criticizes the President's claim that the border is secure amid a crisis.

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