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Subcommittee Chairwoman Nancy Mace of the Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Committee addressed a hearing focused on "Leveraging Technology to Strengthen Immigration Enforcement." In her remarks, Mace stressed the need for innovative technology to aid law enforcement in tracking criminal illegal aliens within the United States. She criticized the Biden Administration for allegedly ignoring technologies that could have reduced border crossings and worsened the migration crisis.

Mace stated, "It’s well documented that the Biden Administration used technology to facilitate the invasion of our nation by millions of illegal aliens – the CBP One app being just one example of this." The hearing aimed to explore how advanced technologies such as facial recognition software, artificial intelligence-powered data analytics, and GPS monitoring can enhance immigration enforcement efforts.

According to Mace, these technologies empower U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to track, apprehend, and deport illegal aliens more effectively. She accused former President Biden and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas of intentionally allowing an influx of illegal aliens into the country.

Mace highlighted concerns about criminals entering the U.S., stating they include "terrorists, murderers, rapists, pedophiles, cartel members, and drug traffickers." She claimed that dismantling former President Trump's policies led to over ten million unlawful entries into the United States.

The subcommittee chairwoman argued for using all available means to identify and deport illegal aliens due to crimes committed by some individuals who enter illegally. She cited issues such as human trafficking and drug smuggling as significant threats exacerbated by current policies.

Mace emphasized modern technology's role in monitoring illegal aliens when detention is not feasible through programs like Alternatives to Detention (ATD). However, she criticized the current administration for not utilizing these programs effectively.

In her remarks about specific cases affected by these policies, Mace mentioned Jocelyn Nungary's murder. She attributed part of this tragedy to policy failures under which an offender's GPS ankle monitor was removed prematurely.

Concluding her statement, Mace expressed anticipation for testimonies from witnesses with experience in ICE operations. These testimonies are expected to provide insights into leveraging technology for improved immigration enforcement and facilitating mass deportations supported by many Americans.

She then yielded time for Ranking Member Brown's opening statement.