Lamar Smith actually said...

The 287(g) program was created in the 'Illegal Immigration Control and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996,' which I co-authored.

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Smith highlights his role in creating the 287(g) program for immigration enforcement.

03/03/2009

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