Mrs. ERNST. Mr. President, I rise today on the 1-year anniversary of
the tragic death of a fellow Iowan, Sarah Root. On January 31, 2016--
the very same day as her college graduation--Sarah was killed by an
illegal immigrant named Edwin Mejia, who was allegedly drag racing with
a blood alcohol level more than three times the legal limit. Sadly,
despite requests by local law enforcement, ICE failed to detain Mejia. He then posted bond, was released, and now a year later remains a
fugitive, denying Sarah's loved ones any sense of closure or Justice. As a mother and grandmother, I cannot fathom the grief her family and
friends continue to feel after such a devastating loss.
Identified stereotypes
Implies that undocumented immigrants are dangerous criminals.
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