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Hank Johnson: the purpose of this abusive child separation policy was to deter asylum seekers and others from seeking entry into the…

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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