And without hope. Central Americans with families to feed will look north for economic opportunity. Nearly all illegal immigrants to the United States come in search of work because of limited opportunity at home. In fact. Mr. Speaker. T.J. Bonner. the president of the National Border Patrol Council. estimates that 98 percent of illegal immigrants come to this country for economic opportunity. seeking a chance to feed their families. If we want to combat illegal immigration. we must address its root causes. By providing the tools for economic growth in the region. DRCAFTA will create new opportunities and provide hope for the future in the region where these people are.
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98% of illegal immigrants come to the US for economic opportunity.