We have not had secure borders for decades. And that creates the second problem, which is more the subject of the hearing today. And as a result of those borders that are not secure, We have literally allowed, we've almost enticed people to come into this country illegally. Now we've got a population estimate somewhere between 11 and 12 million people in this country illegally. That's a problem that's not good for them. That's not good for this country. (01:09–01:15)
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Asserts that U.S. policies have enticed illegal immigration.
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