"A secure and efficient border is key to our economic security." =96
Bush, 9/9/02
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While Bush did hold a photo-op to sign legislation promising more
INS/Border Patrol staff and facilities, his budget provided no
additional money for this. Additionally, in August of 2004, Bush vetoed
$6.25M for promised pay upgrades for Border Patrol agents. Additionally,
he vetoed ALL $39 million for the Container Security Initiative.
His 2004 Budget slashed total "Border and Transportation Security" by
$284 million.