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Rep. Donalds Challenges Immigration Due Process Claims

5/15/2025

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Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) took a stand during an NBC News interview, pushing back against Kristen Welker's claim that illegal immigrants are entitled to constitutional due process. He argued that the framers never envisioned mass illegal immigration and pointed out that nearly 90% of those who enter illegally skip court hearings, calling for tougher enforcement measures.

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Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) took a stand during an NBC News interview, pushing back against Kristen Welker's claim that illegal immigrants are entitled to constitutional due process. He argued that the framers never envisioned mass illegal immigration and pointed out that nearly 90% of those who enter illegally skip court hearings, calling for tougher enforcement measures.