The secure the border-first argument just . . . ugh

These guys have to understand that they are dealing with people who are living in the shadows and are struggling to find ways to nourish themselves and pay for bills. Securing the border first lenghtens that suffering. Legalizing people and securing the border can be done at the same time; legalize people then overwhelm the border with troops/law enforcement officials until the government finishes "securing" it.