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FOXX URGES JUSTICE DEPARTMENT TO ENSURE BORDER PATROL AGENTS ARE NOT FALSELY PROSECUTED
Washington, DC,
September 7, 2006
Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) joined Congressmen Jones, Tancredo, Goode, Poe, and Gohmert, as well as TJ Bonner, President of the National Border Patrol Council and Andy Ramirez, Chairman of The Friends of Border Patrol in a pres
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) joined Congressmen Jones, Tancredo, Goode, Poe, and Gohmert, as well as TJ Bonner, President of the National Border Patrol Council and Andy Ramirez, Chairman of The Friends of Border Patrol in a press conference urging the Department of Justice to ensure a thorough and timely investigation of the recent conviction of two border patrol agents. “I am deeply concerned that two border patrol agents are facing a 20 year prison sentence for performing their duty in attempting to apprehend and stop illegal drug smugglers from crossing the U.S. Mexico border. We need a thorough investigation of the actions of the Justice Department,” stated Congresswoman Foxx “These agents act as our first line of defense at our border. Not only do they prevent drug smuggling and human trafficking, but they also prevent entry of countless illegal aliens, including potential terrorists. We do not want to discourage border patrol agents against performing their duties in an appropriate manner. We must make every effort to ensure that these agents are treated with the highest level of respect, as they put their lives on the line every day to protect America’s sovereignty and her citizens,” concluded Congresswoman Foxx. ### |