Live Blogging the Napolitano Hearing

Jena McNeill / May 06, 2009

DIRKSEN SENATE OFFICE BUILDING – I am at the U.S. Senate Judiciary Hearing where Napolitano is testifying today. First time since her confirmation. Lots of folks in the audience of course–several from immigration groups.

DHS has focused on border security lately. This is a good thing– but we can’t tackle the drug cartel problem or secure the border without taking on illegal immgration. I hope that the Committee will question her on internal immigration enforcement.

UPDATE: Leahy cites Merida Initiative (this is a good thing) But then emphasizes why we need to release illegals that pose no threat instead of detaining them. Will Napolitano agree with him in her remarks?
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