Sunday, July 1, 2018

How Congress Can Stop Family Separation at the Border Without Allowing Amnesty

Political Cartoons by Bob Gorrell

Heritage   KEY TAKEAWAYS
"The choice for the government is to detain the parents until their case is completed but release the child after 20 days, or to release the entire family.

Those who illegally cross into the U.S. and then claim asylum should have to explain why they didn’t seek asylum from other governments or a U.S. consulate.

"Congress should appropriate funds for more immigration court judges, prosecutors, and support staff as well DHS asylum officers.

"The Trump administration is struggling to figure out how to enforce U.S. laws and  keep keeping families together. The matter is made more complex and difficult because of  loopholes and restrictions in current law.

"But it doesn’t have to be difficult and confusing. Congress can and should ensure that families are kept together and U.S. laws are well-enforced.

"How so? Here’s a checklist for Congress:" . . .Full article

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