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On the recordJune 13, 2023
The reason we wanted this hearing is to highlight the problem and ask the Biden administration to consider changing policy.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin emphasizes the need for policy changes regarding unaccompanied minors.

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