Topic: David Vitter

During a congressional hearing, USCIS Director Leon Rodriguez was questioned by Senator David Vitter regarding the screening of Syrian refugees. While Rodriguez claimed no refugee admitted since 9/11 has committed a violent act, it was revealed that 18% of ISIS-related prosecutions in the U.S. involved individuals who entered as refugees or asylees. The distinction between "conspiracies" and "acts of violence" was a central point of debate.

During the late-night Senate budget session, Senator David Vitter proposed an amendment requiring photo IDs for federal elections. The amendment was opposed by Democratic senators who argued it would disenfranchise voters and was inappropriate for a budget resolution debated at 3:15 AM. The hosts highlight the absurdity of the "vote-a-rama" process.