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Lamar Smith: The vast majority of those who apply for immigration benefits have no ill intent toward the U.S.

On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
The vast majority of those who apply for immigration benefits have no ill intent toward the U.S.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Smith emphasizes that most immigration applicants are legitimate.

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