Lindsey GrahamVerified account

As someone who has worked for over a decade to fix our nation’s broken immigration system, some thoughts on the caravans and the current situation on our southern border. #1

We will not have the necessary ‘buy-in’ from the American people for a solution dealing with illegal immigrants already in the United States if we cannot convince the public we have the ability to stop future waves of illegal immigration. #2

The current chaos at our southern border must be dealt with properly or we will never find a solution to our broken immigration system. #3

Everyone who supports dealing fairly with illegal immigrants already in the United States should make it clear the lawless behavior occurring at the southern border crossing will not be tolerated. #4

Americans want an immigration policy which we control, not one where illegal immigrants control us. We are a nation of immigrants. We are also a kind and generous people. But Americans will not be played for fools. #5

It’s simple: We as Americans – have the right to decide who gets to come into our country, not immigrants seeking to force their way in. #6