Posted 9/15/2023, 7:36:19 PM

Democrats Visit NYC Migrant Center Amid Chaos as Protesters Clash Over Border Policies

House Democrats including AOC and Espaillat visited NYC migrant intake center, met with chaotic scene as conservative protesters drowned them out.
Democrats called for more federal funding and support for migrants while Republicans want border security first.
AOC urged more temporary protective status options from Biden to help migrants.
Velázquez said keeping government open is needed to end crisis.
Bowman called for more asylum processing resources and condemned "hateful rhetoric" from protesters.

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