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On the recordJune 13, 2016
But the administration remains convicted by their own actions, by the facts. Why haven't they requested more money in their budget if they want to send more individuals home?
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Smith questions the administration's budget priorities regarding deportations.

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