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Ron Johnson: “Let's say 10,000 refugees, which is just a pittance in terms…”

Featuring: Ron Johnson, Republican | U.S. Senate, Wisconsin

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Sen. Johnson at HSGAC Hearing

Published | Video Starts at 14:56

Absolutely. But you know, we still have all these other steps. No, I know. It's a nasty big problem. I got it. Okay. Senator carper, Let's say 10,000 refugees, which is just a pittance in terms of the refugee problem. is why don't we establish criteria, allow women and children that have been properly vented, that are relatives of Syrian American citizens that can financially support them. (14:56–15:01)

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Asserts that 10,000 refugees is a small number relative to the overall refugee crisis.

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