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On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
One of our highest objectives, I would think, in the enforcement actions taken by the Department is to focus on removing those who pose a threat to our community--criminals, violent criminals in particular.
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Senator Coons emphasizes prioritizing the removal of violent criminals.

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