"We agree with that goal [to secure our border] and will be working with [Donald Trump] to finance on construction of the physical barrier, including the wall on the southern border. The law is already on the books. I voted for it, like, ten years ago, but nothing has gotten done and now we have a president who actually wants to secure the border and we are all in favor of doing that."

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Paul Ryan

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Paul Ryan is a former U.S. Congressman and Speaker of the House, known for his focus on fiscal responsibility and conservative governance.

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