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Sen. Kennedy Challenges Immigration Expert in Heated Debate

3/11/2026

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During a Senate Budget Committee hearing, Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) confronted David Bier, Director of Immigration Studies at the Cato Institute, about sanctuary cities and deportation policies.
Kennedy accused Bier of making hyperbolic claims that undermine his credibility.
Bier defended his remarks.
Bier said his comments were based on Department of Homeland Security tweets.
The discussion highlighted significant disagreement over immigration rhetoric and policies.

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During a Senate Budget Committee hearing, Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) confronted David Bier, Director of Immigration Studies at the Cato Institute, about sanctuary cities and deportation policies.
Kennedy accused Bier of making hyperbolic claims that undermine his credibility.
Bier defended his remarks.
Bier said his comments were based on Department of Homeland Security tweets.
The discussion highlighted significant disagreement over immigration rhetoric and policies.