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Teen's killing by undocumented immigrant becomes midterm flashpoint
Original: Teen's tragic killing by illegal immigrant becomes flashpoint in battle for control of Congress
The killing of a teenager by an undocumented immigrant is being seized on by Republicans as a central campaign issue in the fight for control of Congress. Supporters of tougher immigration enforcement are using the case to attack Democrats' border policies, while critics warn of exploiting a tragedy for political gain. Immigration remains a defining issue ahead of the elections.
Why now: Immigration and crime are high-salience issues in the battle for control of Congress, and the case gives campaigns a potent talking point.
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- Teen's tragic killing by illegal immigrant becomes flashpoint in battle for control of Congress · Fox News
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