GOP leaders eye new bill on family separations at border
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June 24, 2018
WASHINGTON (AP) — Struggling to find the votes to pass a sweeping immigration overhaul, House Republicans are narrowing on a slimmed down bill to stem the crisis of separating immigrant families at the border.
But even that more modest measure hit uncertainty Monday. President Donald Trump rejected one top idea — adding more immigration judges — insisting it would only lead to graft even though supporters say the step could help expedite the logjam of claims that can prolong detentions.
With Congress wavering on the next moves, it's uncertain if lawmakers will be able to swiftly act on any bil...
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