[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 9 (Wednesday, January 11, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H165]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       OUR ONGOING BORDER CRISIS

  (Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to address the ongoing 
crisis at our border.
  When President Biden took office in January 2021, he inherited 
commonsense immigration policies, such as remain in Mexico and title 
42, that worked to keep our Nation safe, reducing the flow of illegal 
drugs and gang members.
  Unfortunately, President Biden immediately ceased construction of the 
border wall and enacted policies favoring illegal immigrants over 
Americans. Thankfully, the Supreme Court has challenged the legality of 
President Biden's policies and overturned the removal of title 42.
  Now it is Congress' time to act. Both Republicans and Democrats 
acknowledge that our immigration system is broken, but only Speaker 
McCarthy's Commitment to America has a plan to repair our broken 
immigration system.
  This Congress, Republicans will pass legislation that secures our 
border, stops the influx of illegal drugs and criminals, and ends 
catch-and-release loopholes and human trafficking.
  Americans deserve a government that works in their best interest, and 
these policies will create a safe and secure Nation.
  I would also like to wish a very happy birthday to my L.D., Kyle 
Jacobs.

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