Country Quote by Kirstjen Nielsen
“Our policy is if you break the law, we will prosecute you. You have an option to go to a port of entry and not illegally cross into our country.”
About This Quote
Source Policy Statement, US Department of Homeland Security, 2020
Lawbreakers will be prosecuted; legal entry points are available to avoid illegal crossing.
In simple terms: Break law, face prosecution; use legal entry.
Key Takeaway
Enforce law, provide legal pathways.
Themes
immigration
law enforcement
border security
Mood
formal
pragmatic
Type
policy
administrative
When to use this quote
- border control
- immigration reform
- legal counsel
- humanitarian aid
Key Concepts
Rule of law
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers exist to legal entry?
- How to balance security and compassion?
A Different Perspective
Legal routes may be inaccessible for some.
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