Fitzpatrick challenges Murphy to oppose White House on Arizona Law

FITZPATRICK FOR CONGRESS

Langhorne- Mike Fitzpatrick issued the following statement challenging Patrick Murphy to stand in opposition to the Obama administration’s efforts against Arizona’s immigration law:

“As a border state, Arizona is on the front lines in the fight against illegal immigration. Human trafficking, kidnapping, drugs and violence are symptoms of the federal government’s failure to protect our southern border. Arizona state legislators have acted within their rights to enforce laws long ignored by the federal government. If Patrick Murphy is serious and consistent about enforcing the rule of law, he should stand firm against any attempt by the current administration to weaken or oppose Arizona’s efforts to combat illegal immigration.

I call upon Patrick Murphy to immediately and forcefully demand that the Obama administration respect Arizona’s right to enforce the rule of law. I trust he will stand up against his party leadership and support all immigration laws — and join me in opposing any effort by the Administration to interfere with Arizona’s lawful attempt to protect its citizens.”

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