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Tough Talks Expected with the US on Border Issues: Mark Miller

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Homan has stated that the Canada-US border is highly sensitive in terms of national security and that it will require tough conversations with Canada. (Photo: The Canadian Press)

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Immigration Minister, Mark Miller, has admitted that there will be tough discussions with the US regarding the issue of borders. Miller made this comment in response to remarks by Tom Homan, who was appointed by President Donald Trump as the US border minister.

Homan has stated that the Canada-US border is highly sensitive in terms of national security and that it will require tough conversations with Canada. In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of people entering the US illegally from Canada.

Homan has labeled this as a threat to America's national security and pledged to address it upon assuming office. In response to questions from journalists, Miller emphasized that Canada is taking action against individuals attempting to cross the border illegally.

It is important to note that Homan, who was appointed by Trump to oversee both the northern and southern borders, is the former Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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