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On the recordFebruary 2, 2016
I think that the conclusion--and I think that most of the Committee Members would agree with me--is that our borders are not secure.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

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Lankford emphasizes the insecurity of U.S. borders and the risks involved.

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