Issue Position: Illegal Immigration

Issue Position

I'm a strong supporter of legal immigration, but I strongly oppose illegal immigration. We are a nation of laws and we must enforce those laws. Our first priority is to secure our country's border for both our national security interests and to stop the flow of illegal immigrants. That means increased border agents, construction of permanent walls, and the use of new technology.

Our second priority is to increases the penalties for employers who assist or hire illegal aliens. Local law enforcement should be encouraged to report illegal immigrants to the appropriate authorities for immediate deportation. Those state and municipal governments that refuse to follow federal immigration laws should forfeit federal funding.

I will not support an amnesty of illegal aliens currently in the United States. Any amnesty would only reward criminal behavior and would encourage additional illegal immigration in the future.

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