Pearce: ISIL Threat Shines Light On Need For Greater Border Security

Statement

Today, Congressman Pearce responded to the ever-increasing threat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) poses to the security of the United States.

"ISIL poses a serious threat to national security. This is a message that has resonated throughout the government for weeks. The ISIL threat to the United States has brought a number of deficiencies within our nation's homeland defense to the forefront, most notably the security of our border," said Congressman Steve Pearce. "While federal officials have continually attempted to reassure the American people that there is currently no credible information that ISIL is planning an attack on the United States, it does not alleviate the fear that those living on and near the border have known for decades -- the border remains unsecure and is possibly the greatest threat to our national security."

"Since arriving in Congress, I have called for greater border security as an issue of national importance for the security and stability of our nation. In the past decade, two administrations have failed to address the security needs. Hiring more Border Patrol agents, or building more fence, will not secure the border. Border security can only be achieved by utilizing a combination of new technology and new strategy. With continued expansion of threats against the U.S. globally, we cannot wait any longer. We must secure the border once and for all."

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