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John Cornyn: “We think that's a better system for them [asylum seekers].”

Featuring: John Cornyn, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Published | Video Starts at 01:16

So by processing them and have the benefit of all the various non governmental organizations to help walk them through the process, We think that's a better system for them [asylum seekers]. They say they hope Congress will act quickly and not wait. I'm cautiously optimistic. Is it your understanding that President Obama would be willing to sign legislation that does what you would do in your bill? (01:16–01:27)

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Asserts that the proposed system involving non-governmental organizations is better for asylum seekers.

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