Lamar Smith: “Americans do not agree with the President's executive order giving amnesty to 5 million immigrants who are in the U.S.…”

“Americans do not agree with the President's executive order giving amnesty to 5 million immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally, and they especially do not agree with Hillary Clinton's plan to legalize even more. A recent Rasmussen poll found that a majority of Americans, 63 percent, now think gaining control of our border is more important than legalizing those already in the United States. Earlier this month Rasmussen reported that a majority of Americans believe illegal immigration increases the level of serious crime in America. Tragically, the death of Kate Steinle in San Francisco serves as a reminder of how the administration's failed policies have endangered the lives of innocent Americans. Instead of putting the safety of Americans first, the administration has often given a free pass to violent criminals who cross our border illegally. The administration should listen to the American people. Securing our borders should be its first priority, not giving amnesty to those who are here illegally. ____________________”