But from day one, operationally, this department, this building, these services rushed, surged down to the border to stop the invasion of our southern border, which is truly what it was. Yes, we have had troops on our border for 25 years. You're correct, General. But in many ways, they were down there as window dressing. They were down there with binoculars and no authorities. (12:11–12:16)
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