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Washington, DC - "The current situation at the southern border presents a border security and humanitarian crisis that threatens core national security interests and constitutes a national emergency." ~ President Donald J. Trump

LEGAL JUSTIFICATION: President Donald J. Trump is clearly justified in declaring a national emergency and utilizing other statutory authorities to address the crisis at our border.

PAST USES OF NATIONAL EMERGENCY DECLARATIONS: Presidents have regularly declared national emergencies under the National Emergencies Act. 

FUNDING SOURCES: President Trump is using funds appropriated by Congress, funds reallocated under statutory authority, and funds available when a national emergency is declared.

HOW FUNDS CAN BE USED: These funds will be available to help secure the border and protect the safety and well-being of our country.