Secretary of State Marco Rubio shut down criticisms from Sen. Chris Van Hollen during a Senate hearing, emphasizing the need for immigration policy based on national interest and merit. Rubio highlighted the importance of prioritizing who is allowed into the U.S. and criticized wasteful spending on foreign aid programs.
Key Points
Immigration policy should prioritize those easier to vet and who contribute to society
Criticism of current immigration system primarily based on family connection rather than merit
Rubio highlights wasteful spending on foreign aid programs
Pros
Emphasizing the need for immigration policy based on national interest
Highlighting the importance of prioritizing who is allowed into the U.S.
Criticism of wasteful spending on foreign aid programs