U.S. President Donald Trump is promoting legislation which he says will change American immigration rules in favor of a merit-based system.
Even before the official unveiling, the prospects for passage by the U.S. Senate were dim.
U.S. Senators Tom Cotton and Sonny Perdue insist the 1965 Immigration act is outdated and broken, and President Trump says the reforms in the new legislation are vital.
IN: "Merit-based...
OUT: ...other countries."
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U.S. President Donald Trump insists immigrants must be evaluated for their potential contributions.
IN: "The RAISE act..
OUT: ...our economy."
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Contrary to evidence that most immigrants are employed and do not use government services, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that changes are needed to reduce welfare costs.
IN: "They're not...
OUT: ...it's citizens."
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