Some 22 states have similarly found these illegal grow operations with ties to transnational criminal organizations in China. Well, thank you, Senator Collins. I appreciate you bringing this to my attention and this important discussion. Obviously, We're very concerned with securing our border and knowing who's coming into our country illegally, but also who's already here. And so you pointing out the fact that we have investments in this country businesses and marijuana grow houses that have a presence of touch ties to the PRC is incredibly alarming. (30:33–30:40)
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