Congressman Jeff Hurd backs ICE enforcement: “We need to follow the law”
By Wylee Mitchell | KJCT8 News
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - “I don’t think this is a republican issue or democratic issue. This is an issue of economic security, national security, and we need to follow the law,” Congressman Jeff Hurd said.
Despite ongoing ICE protests across the country, the Department of Homeland Security said they will continue to crack on illegal immigration.
Congressman Hurd represents the 3rd District in Colorado, which includes Mesa County. He said removing criminals who are in the country illegally should be a top priority.
“Being here in the United States illegally is a is a violation of federal law. But I think what we’ve seen is certainly a focus on the individuals that are here illegally, that have committed additional crimes.”
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