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On the recordFebruary 3, 2021
the purpose of this abusive child separation policy was to deter asylum seekers and others from seeking entry into the United States at the southern border.
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Hank Johnson
Democratic · Georgia

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Johnson discusses the intent behind the Trump administration's child separation policy.

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