DeLay wants bill on illegals linked to Iraq spending

[Rose Siding]

House Majority Leader Tom DeLay said yesterday that the House will insist that the final emergency Iraq spending bill also include the bill the House passed last month to crack down on abuses of the asylum system and illegal immigrants' ability to use driver's licenses.

"This is a bill that pays for security for this country, and keeping Americans safe. That part is a vital part in securing our borders, and it fits within the scope of this bill," Mr. DeLay said. "You can't take pieces, and ignore things that will keep America safe. Certainly, we want to continue to fight the war on terror. Part of that is foreign aid and the diplomacy part, and also part of it is protecting America here at home."

The House last month passed a bill, sponsored by Rep. F. James Sensenbrenner Jr., Wisconsin Republican, that says any state identification, including driver's licenses, that can be used for federal purposes like boarding an aircraft must require that the holder be in the country legally. It would not require the dozen states that now allow illegal aliens to obtain licenses to change, but would be a strong incentive to do so.

The bill, which passed 261-161, also allows for filling in of a 4-mile gap in the border fence near San Diego and limits asylum claims.

http://www.washtimes.com/national/20050309-112250-4354r.htm

[Coventina]

1. Wow, you gotta admit the man is a brilliant POS.

Tying racism to supporting the troops.

How can you vote "against the troops"?

Jesus must be so proud.

[rkc3]

2. Repubs are very good at being evil.

Even the way their bills are worded - like Clear Skies - make it hard for the average American to understand why a Congressman wouldn't want Clear Skies.