By Mark for the TIB Network:
PHOENIX (AP) -- Some lawmakers want to explore the possibility of the state contracting to have a private prison built in Mexico to house illegal immigrants now incarcerated in Arizona.
The idea was promoted as a way to reduce the state's heavy costs in imprisoning the 3,600 to 4,000 illegal immigrants in Arizona prisons who have been convicted of crimes. Opponents questioned whether the state has the legal authority to move the foreign prisoners to Mexico.
In any event, a proposal (HB2709) to have the state seek proposals for such prison cleared its first hurdle Wednesday at the Arizona Legislature in a 4-2 vote by a House committee.
--From the Yuma Sun HT to Drudge.
Mark's Remarks
You know, I kind of like this idea...however, I think the Mexican government should pay for it, since, you know, they pass out pamphlets and friggin comics on how to illegally cross the border....
There is a simpler answer....(ahem):
MR. PRESIDENT, BUILD THAT WALL!!!!!
2:15 Update
MATT: I love it when Mark uses my material... :)
