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The Republicans do not control the purse strings right now. However, no one is stopping you from making a generous contribution to aid these poor unfortunate illegals.

"Did you know that illegals can't collect any of those benefits?" Not according to SSA. Out of 52 million people actively receiving Social Security benefits in 2010 the SSA estimates 180,000 were undocumented immigrants. https://councilforretirementsecurity.org/2021/01/06/setting-the-record-straight-are-undocumented-immigrants-draining-social-security

What makes you think what you post doesn't fit into that category. There are more documented offenders, but evidently you aren't interested in anything that contradicts your High Information stuff. Ignorance is bliss.

Minimal benefits is just the start because California ain't done yet. There is a legislative proposal for the University of California System to hire illegal immigrants. Of course, they would then qualify for all the benefits the system offers.

I completely agree with stoner's post. I have sponsored LEGAL immigrants in the past. It is an onerous and costly process. While not perfect, it keeps many undesirable people from entering the country.

So your initial claim of criminal activity not rising is incorrect. Correct? Stop playing the race card. You were the one who brought up the subject of Scary Brown People. I said skin color is not a problem for me, yet you continue to broach the subject. Why? Crime is crime no matter what the color of one's skin.

https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/cbp-enforcement-statistics/criminal-noncitizen-statistics This links does not quite agree with yours. In seven years crime each category listed has gone up.

Minimal benefits is your term, not mine. I previously pointed out how much is being allocated to provide these benefits. You seem so concerned about the welfare of illegals. How much have you contributed to NGO's that aid illegals? You could even establish your own charity. As far as Europe goes, there is no such thing as a free lunch. Most Europeans pay more in taxes and fees to fund "free" medical care. In England, a good friend of mine was put on a waiting list of two years to get the treatment he needed. So much for free.

Lost? Lots of maps on Google. While federal grants to Catholic Charities are not necessarily a federal program, it is still federal money. It's just that the feds chose an indirect way to funnel aid to illegals.

There IS a difference between legal and illegal immigrants. Back pedaling again,I see.

I wouldn't call millions of dollars a paltry sum. Seems you are in denial. First you say no benefits, then you say minimal benefits. You also fail to address the federal grants given to Catholic Charities. Then there is a program called Emergency Medicaid. Texas also claims to have spent $850 million aiding illegals.

"Scary Brown People" happens to make up the majority of the population where I live. In fact, some of my grandparents had some of that "scary" blood. So does my wife, my children, grandchildren and many of my closest friends. The headlines you mention are not just on FOX. I happen to be an Independent and do not get my news from one single source as you imply. Seems you are the one doing the scamming and I don't fall for it.

Illegals may not qualify for these benefits, but some states like California do provide millions of dollars in medical, educational and other benefits. Catholic charities receives millions of dollars in federal grants which in turn is used to help illegals. Yes, Social Security receives contributions from illegals, but you make it sound like the program could not survive without them.

Even if illegals commit fewer crimes than the general population doesn't make it okay. That fact is, felonies committed by illegals are rising, including rapes, murders and robberies. Any crime committed is one crime too many no matter what their resident status is. Again, just because illegals commit fewer crimes doesn't make it okay.

At 84 years old I have never been arrested and have no rap sheet to my name, unlike many illegals in this country. I have never collected any government handouts like Medicaid, welfare and food stamps(SNAP).

Mistaken reply.

If any food is coming through these tunnels I rather doubt any of it is reaching the civilian population. Anyone that uses civilians as human shields certainly has no qualms about depriving them of food.

Children dying from starvation is not happening only in Gaza. They are the innocent victims of conflicts all over the world. Unfortunately, there are too many Inhumane Beings in the world.

Isn't it Hamas that has vowed to There are countries that are not fans of U.S. politics, but choose to ally themselves with America rather choose the likes of China, Russia, Iran, etc. They even invite the U.S. to establish military bases in their countries. It all boils down to self preservation. While the U.S.may not rely on Saudi Arabia for survival, it sure helps to count on them as allies.

Better to have the Saudis on our side rather than with our adversaries.

What actually happened depends on who is doing the reporting. Quite difficult to separate fact from fiction. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/israel-resumes-gaza-military-operation-hamas-cease-fire-ends-rcna127541

Selective memory.

He sure doesn't have a problem about reminiscing about the "good old days." It's called selective memory.

It was Hamas that violated the last cease fire by firing rockets into Israel.