Well, if that's so, then the WH has just done a 180 degree turn from what they've been saying and working towards for five years.
The fact that the most vocal open borders person on this site supports DeLay just strengthens my belief that this is all just a diversion by DeLay.
I'm not sure. I've always felt that Bush actually wants a tough policy, but he has been so concerned with wooing the Hispanic vote he has been too lenient. However, as well all know, this issue has exploded recently. 80% of the country wants a serious crackdown on illegal immigration, and Bush must know that by now. Also, I thing the GOP has begun to realize that this issue has the potential to tear the GOP apart, and if a bill like McCain/kennedy were to pass, it would tear the party apart. These wre very tough words by deLay. My guess is that DeLay will be the new frontman on this issue, and Bush will quietly support him from the sidelines. If McCain would shut his mouth, we could sell a very limited, temporary guest worker program after a year of strict enforcement as very good thing for everybody, including Hispanics. The problem is that McCain is a sell-out.