Lincoln Diaz-Balart: “I insist on my point of order. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Florida is recognized.”

I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Florida? There was no objection. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Florida is…

I would remind my colleagues in the House and the American people that last year, 900 immigrants died trying to cross the border. That is not humane. That is insane, and that we are not willing to look away and tolerate in the name of…

May I ask how much time I have remaining. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Florida has 30 seconds remaining.

This bill does that. It protects our national security. It protects the hard-earned tax dollars of every American who pays taxes. This bill plays an integral part in the noble endeavor. Mr. Chair, for that reason, I urge my colleagues to…