Leader McCarthy on Democrats Ignoring the National Emergency at the Southern Border

House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) issued the following statement on H.J.Res.46, the House's resolution to block President Trump's declaration of a national emergency at our southern border:

"House Democrats chose today to make a purely political statement against President Trump instead of taking seriously the national emergency at our country's southern border. The President's declaration -- along with legislative action to appropriate funds for border security -- will answer the call from experts and border security personnel on the ground to provide the resources needed to stop illegal entry into our country and the dangers associated with it.

"Through their resistance, Democrats are closing their eyes and turning their backs to human trafficking victims, victims of drug addiction, and Angel Families who have lost loved ones.

"Not only does the President have the legal authority to declare this national emergency under two federal statutes, the move is far from unprecedented: there are currently 31 national emergencies still in effect since the National Emergencies Act was enacted by Congress in 1976.

"House Republicans will continue to listen to the experts and the American people, who agree we need stronger border security. I invite House Democrats to join us in protecting the citizens of the United States."

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