GOP Senators Join Democrats To Defeat Border Security Measure

(Washington Examiner) The Senate Judiciary Committee has begun considering amendments to the Gang of Eight immigration bill. And on a key early amendment, Republicans Lindsey Graham and Jeff Flake — both Gang members — joined unanimous Democrats to defeat a Republican amendment that would have required proof of increased border security before legalizing millions of currently-illegal immigrants.

The amendment was offered by Sen. Charles Grassley, ranking Republican on the committee. It was brief — just three pages — and its key portion was this... The vote may indicate a pattern that will emerge in the amendment process. Republicans will try to enhance the security portions of the bill, only to be defeated by an alliance of Democrats and the Gang of Eight Republicans. Keep Reading FREE REPORT: Is Barack Obama Trying To Destroy The US Economy! Input Your Primary Email Address Below And You'll Receive A Free Gift, Our Downloadable Report On The Cloward-Piven Strategy.     Privacy Policy: We respect your privacy and will not share your email address with ANYONE... PERIOD! Mouse Over The Green Icon To The Left To Share This Story On Your Favorite Social Media Sites.

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