Chuck Grassley actually said...

"It indicates a lack of commitment to enforcing our immigration laws when we basically tell local law enforcement, even if you know you have apprehended someone here illegally, nothing is going to be d..."

"We have got to get away from the virtual fence, complete the fencing that we are required to do, make sure we have enough people at the border to enforce the law."

"Senator Lott offered to work with us, and, along with Senator Byrd, we crafted a proposal that was more workable and enforceable."

"The three of us, Mr. Chairman, just want to bring some transparency to the practice of holds in the Senate."