Enforcement of immigration laws

How strictly and by what means immigration laws are enforced inside the country, including checks on whether workers may legally hold jobs.

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2 new members addressed this issue (with these filters). Many call for more than one thing.

Enforce immigration laws

2 members
Abdul El-Sayed
Senate · Michigan · Democrat
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”
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Josh Turek
Senate · Iowa · Democrat
“We deserve a functional immigration system that keeps our borders secure and enforces our laws and simplifies the path to citizenship – two goals that are not mutually exclusive.”
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Enforce immigration laws fairly, with respect for rights and dignity

1 member
Abdul El-Sayed
Senate · Michigan · Democrat
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”
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