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Bush: On Border Patrol today as debate on immigration continues

Lynn Sweet

By Lynn Sweet

President Bush makes a daytrip to Yuma, Ariz.

This afternoon, President Bush will participate in a tour of the Yuma Sector Border, which will be followed by a briefing on this Arizona sector of the American-Mexican border. The President will conclude his visit with remarks on border security and his proposal for comprehensive immigration reform.

11:10 am PDT

THE PRESIDENT participates in a Tour of Yuma Sector Border

International Border | Yuma, Arizona

1:25 pm PDT THE PRESIDENT participates in a Briefing on Yuma Sector

Yuma Sector Border Patrol Headquarters | Yuma, Arizona

1:45 pm PDT THE PRESIDENT makes Remarks on Border Security and Immigration Reform

Yuma Sector Border Patrol Headquarters | Yuma, Arizona

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