Palazzo scolds Obama on immigration mandate
The change drew a swift repudiation from Republican lawmakers, who accused Obama of circumventing Congress in an effort to boost his political standing and of favoring illegal immigrants over unemployed U.S. citizens.
“I absolutely disagree with the president’s announcement today,” read a statement issued by U.S. Rep. Steven Palazzo, R-Miss. “This is yet another example of this administration’s disregard for the rule of law, the U.S. Constitution, and the system of government our forefathers put in place.”
Republicans including Romney say they want tighter border security measures before they will consider changes in immigration law. Romney opposes offering legal status to illegal immigrants who attend college but has said he would do so for those who serve in the armed forces.
Hattiesburg American
3/15/12
Magnolia Tribune
