[Logophile]

If they had not committed a crime, then they would not have become victims of a crime. . . . No tears here.

Granted, the illegals aliens were breaking the law.

However, those who would rob them at gunpoint would gladly rob you or me. (Especially since you and I probably have more to take.) Gaining control of the border means taking action against all types of illegal activity, regardless of the identity of the victims.

[Marine Inspector]

However, those who would rob them at gunpoint would gladly rob you or me.

Not likely. The perps went after the illegals, because they were a unarmed and isolated. Easy targets.

I'm armed and not an easy target. The perps would have avoided me.