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By Jennifer Scholtes, CQ Staff
House Homeland Security Chairman Michael McCaul announced Wednesday that he will introduce a bill intended to force the Department of Homeland Security to lay out a national strategy for securing the nation’s borders.
The newly seated chairman, a Texas Republican, said he is particularly concerned about the work DHS does to secure the Southwest border. His proposal is essential to successfully overhauling the U.S. immigration system, he said.
Framework for Operational Control of America’s Borders
Homeland Security Chairman Michael McCaul (R-Texas)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Chairman of the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s State of the Union Address.
Chairman McCaul: “The President spoke tonight about strengthening the economy and our national security. However, his policies continue to put both at great risk.
By Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas)
With each natural disaster or thwarted terror plot, Americans are reminded of how exposed we are to threats against our way of life. Over the course of the 113th Congress, the United States will face unprecedented national security challenges, and while we have made great progress in protecting our nation since 9/11, there still is much work to be done.