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Vulnerable Democrats find footing on border messaging
Frontline House Democrats are confident they’ve finally found a cohesive message on border security and immigration after being hammered on it by Republicans all cycle.
Six Democrats vote to condemn Harris as the House leaves
Stefanik introduced a resolution sharply criticizing Harris over her and the administration’s handling of the border crisis.
Mike Johnson’s plan on Homeland Security approps
Johnson tried the same play last year and it didn’t force the Senate to do much of anything when it comes to the Secure the Border Act.
Democrats prepare for border battle in California
Democrats are done trying to ignore Republican political attacks on border security.
Hispanic Democrats miffed at Biden’s border play
Hispanic Democrats are frustrated that the White House’s proposed executive order restricting asylum fails to take into account the Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ immigration reform priorities.
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