You apparently did not read the whole thing, ICE wasn’t even formed until March of 2003. In reference to the worker, if that “spurt of work” as you call it, lasted over a year and was steadily increasing, yes, I would give them a raise for their effort.
So why, then, did it take three years for enforcement to improve?
And why did that coincide with Bush wanting shamnesty passed?
Give it up. You ain't fooling anyone parroting the Administration's line here. Their credibility is shot. Don't shoot down yours as well.
Ever heard of the INS? Geesh...how far will you guys go to be an apologist for this guy?