Pete Ricketts: “Yesterday in Douglas county, an illegal immigrant ran a red light and killed a grandfather, 70 year old…”

“You know that the most important thing government does is keep people safe. Sadly, yesterday we had a reminder why it's so important. Do we have a secure border. Yesterday in Douglas county, an illegal immigrant ran a red light and killed a grandfather, 70 year old Christopher Sakowski. I'd ask you all to keep the Sikowskis in your prayers. And thank goodness for the Nebraska State Patrol and ice. That illegal immigrant did not walk free.” (1:06:09–1:06:21)

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