
Rep. Eric Swalwell argued that protecting the United States does not require deporting undocumented immigrants, a stance described by critics as extreme and sparking controversy. His comments feed into broader partisan fights over immigration enforcement and DHS actions, including recent disputes over ICE removals of DACA recipients and accusations from DHS leadership about migrant handling. The remark has been used by opponents to argue Democrats are soft on border security and ties into broader debates about assimilation and public safety.
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