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John Joyce: “There is a surge of people who seek--and I emphasize to you, sir, the word 'seek'--to be apprehended at the border.”

On the recordMay 21, 2019
There is a surge of people who seek--and I emphasize to you, sir, the word 'seek'--to be apprehended at the border.
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John Joyce
Republican · Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Joyce discusses the nature of individuals crossing the border, emphasizing their intent to seek asylum.

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