Carl Levin actually said...

"It seems to me that it is a much easier border to cross illegally than the Mexican border."

"Historically, the United States has focused attention and resources primarily on the U.S. border with Mexico."

"This border is a source of a greater terrorist threat than the Mexican border."

"Well, we appreciate your taking the time to come to the border with Canada, which is an amazing border in a lot of ways."