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Gang of Eight Seals the Deal In Senate Judiciary Committee

Friday, May 10th, 2013

Jeff Flake Votes with Democratic Majority

It was only the first day of consideration of the Gang of Eight’s immigration reform bill, but it was clear from the outset that the fix was in.

The Senate Judiciary Committee convened Thursday to consider amendments to the 867-page reform bill. Most were approved by voice vote. Seven amendments aimed at enforcement were defeated.

Shortly after the Committee session, ranking member Chuck Grassley said he was disappointed that “alliances” seem to ha...

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