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On the recordMay 17, 2023
President Biden's radical open border agenda has resulted in the worst border crisis in our Nation's history. Since taking office, this administration's policies have led to over 5 million encounters at our southern border; more than 1.3 million illegal immigrants have evaded apprehension; and CBP has seized over 38,000 pounds of fentanyl. Yet, President Biden would have you believe that the border is secure. Exacerbating an already dire situation, in just the first 72 hours since title 42 ended, over 14,000 illegal aliens were apprehended. Title 42 was vital in curbing illegal immigration, allowing for swift deportation of anyone crossing our border illegally. While the administration continues to ignore this crisis, House Republicans have taken immediate action. I was proud to support H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, which passed the House last week. H.R. 2 upholds Republicans' commitment to a nation that is safe and a border that is secure by restarting construction of the border wall, increasing Border Patrol agents, strengthening the asylum process, and much more. The White House kept asking us, asking Congress, when are you going to pass legislation to address illegal immigration? Well, folks, the House passed it, H.R. 2. We have taken action. It is the most comprehensive immigration bill passed out of the House in over 40 years. Democrats and President Biden need to wake up and obey the law, the current law.…
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Rick Allen
Republican · Georgia

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