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James Talarico: “It should have a welcome mat out front and a lock on the door.”

On the recordFebruary 17, 2026
It should have a welcome mat out front and a lock on the door.
Said by
James Talarico
Democratic · Texas
Source
usatoday.com
Feb 17, 2026

Editor's note · Context

Talarico discussing his approach to immigration policy.

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