I'm sure I'm not saying this as they would, but those on the other side argue that Congress has authority when it comes to those elements you've just mentioned, but doesn't have the authority to impact the decision-making of the Court.

What we must not do is weaken the TVPRA and make it easier to deport unaccompanied children back into harm's way.

No one should be above the law.

I hope it's only 8 years.

Back in 2002, over 20 years ago, this Committee held a hearing on bipartisan legislation entitled the Unaccompanied Alien Children Protection Act.

Count me in, I hope you understand I mean it.

There is a pattern of willful ignorance that exists in America.

I'm sure I'm not saying this as they would, but those on the other side argue that Congress has authority when it comes to those elements you've just mentioned, but doesn't have the authority to impact the decision-making of the Court.

Too often I hear my Republican colleagues complain about border security but refuse to take up or vote for meaningful reforms.

No one should be above the law.

I've been pushing for this reform for more than a decade. It is long overdue.

Do I believe that the solution to this problem is comprehensive immigration reform? Yes.

No child should be trafficked, and no child should be abused.

The Biden administration recently faced the end of Title 42, which many people thought would lead to a dramatic increase in people at the border. The opposite is the case.

Count me in, I hope you understand I mean it.

This problem is another direct result of our broken immigration system.

It is really difficult for sponsors to come forward.

I've been pushing for this reform for more than a decade. It is long overdue.

Back in 2002, over 20 years ago, this Committee held a hearing on bipartisan legislation entitled the Unaccompanied Alien Children Protection Act.

I couldn't agree with you more that we have to find a way to educate.

This is an issue that should transcend politics.

Do I believe that the solution to this problem is comprehensive immigration reform? Yes.

I vigorously opposed President Trump's inhumane family separation policy.

I hope it's only 8 years.

There is a pattern of willful ignorance that exists in America.