Rep. Fine to Newsmax: Bar Immigration Until Security Is Fixed

Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla., told Newsmax on Thursday that legal immigration should be halted until security and fraud concerns have been addressed, arguing that the system is being exploited and that Americans are shouldering the cost.

Fine made the comments on “Rob Schmitt Tonight” as lawmakers and prosecutors continue to spotlight public assistance fraud cases, including an expanding investigation in Minnesota that has drawn national attention.

Asked about legislation aimed at protecting the country from fraud, Fine tied the issue to federal spending and immigration policy.

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