Carlos Gimenez: “I am on a mission of mercy because of immigration laws and a need for comprehensive immigration reform.”

We need to find a way to normalize them, so they can come out of the shadows, pay taxes, and then live their life without having fear.

Do you think you need that authority?

I always take him seriously. Even though they may sound a little bit, you know, out there. I always take the president seriously, and it's a legitimate threat to Panama. He wants a better deal. And I think we need to get a better deal from…

I am firmly against the diversion and recognize the need for Congress to engage this issue more thoughtfully.