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On the recordSeptember 16, 2014
This gives the impression that we will not enforce our laws, which, indeed, contributes to the magnet of illegal immigration.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas
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Cornyn highlights the perception issue regarding law enforcement and illegal immigration.

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