House GOP Resists Bipartisan Border Bill Despite Ukraine Aid Inclusion

In a contentious exchange, Rep. Andy Barr defends GOP stance against border legislation that includes critical funding for Ukraine, citing concerns over illegal immigration.

• House Republicans have yet to pass a bipartisan US border package approved by the Senate, which includes vital aid for Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia.
• Rep. Andy Barr argues the bill would encourage illegal immigration by providing funds to sanctuary jurisdictions and lacks effective border security measures.
• CNN host Boris Sanchez counters that the bill, described as the 'most conservative immigration package in a generation,' does not promote illegal crossings and includes significant border security funding.
• Barr emphasizes the need for policies from the Trump administration, such as the border wall and migrant protection protocols, to address the border crisis and fentanyl overdoses.
• Sanchez points out that executive actions to curb immigration, similar to those taken by former President Trump, would likely face legal challenges.

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