Chris Sununu on Immigration

	Chris Sununu on Immigration

Border crossings not a Texas problem but a national crisis

Last year we had almost 200 NH National Guard soldiers successfully assist at the southern border in McAllen, Texas. Tomorrow I will go to the legislature to request funds for additional National Guard to join other states across the country at Eagle Pass, TX where some of the highest incidents of illegal crossings have occurred. This is not a Texas problem. It is a National crisis and NH has the chance to provide specialized support, follow the laws of the land, and keep our citizens safe. Source: 2024 State of the State Address to New Hampshire legislature , Feb 13, 2024

Supports DREAMers; reform immigration laws

Joining us today from Dover are [asylum seekers facing deportation under new immigration enforcement], and their children. They have made an honest attempt to navigate the legal process, have a valid legal claim for asylum, and have come forward to work with authorities. They should not be on the front line for deportation. Their children, who ARE American citizens, should not be forced to return to a country they have never known, to learn a language they do not speak, and to conform to a society that will not allow them or their parents the freedom to practice their faith as they choose. While I firmly believe that action must be taken to curb illegal immigration, it is also imperative that the process for legal immigration becomes more streamlined and practical. Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address , Feb 15, 2018

Don't block all immigration; do block 10,000 Syrian refugees

Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas criticized Sununu, saying his rhetoric on immigration and other issues doesn't match his actions. Asked whether immigration is vital to the state's economy and workforce, Sununu said electing a governor who understands business is more important and touted his opposition to President Barack Obama's plan to bring 10,000 Syrian refugees to the United States. Gatsas then criticized Sununu for also voting against a plan to temporarily halt immigration to Manchester several years ago, but Sununu said that vote had nothing to do with Obama's plan. Source: The Herald on 2016 New Hampshire Gubernatorial debate , Sep 6, 2016

The US should halt admitting Syrian refugees

Chris Sununu, a Republican gubernatorial hopeful, said the US should halt admitting Syrian refugees at this time. "A governor has no greater priority than the safety and security of their state's citizens, and New Hampshire must not accept any Syrian refugees unless the US government can 100 percent guarantee they are not ISIS members or supporters," Sununu said. Source: Manchester Union Leader on 2016 New Hampshire governor race , Nov 17, 2015

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