On Friday, Congressman Andy Biggs (R-AZ) sent a letter to Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray in response to a report on the FBI’s DNA testing of illegal aliens encountered at the southern border. There is currently an alleged 15-month analysis backlog, inadequate funds to process the DNA tests, and not enough testing kits at CBP alien processing locations. These problems allow criminal illegal aliens to move freely throughout the country before law enforcement can act on evidence gathered from the testing.
“Americans deserve to know who is coming across their border,” said Congressman Biggs. “With more than 2.5 million encounters at our southern border in Fiscal Year 2023—including at least 169 on our terror watch list—it is necessary now more than ever to identify who is entering our country.
“The FBI does not appear to have a sufficient plan in place to provide quicker testing results and larger quantities of testing kits. That’s unacceptable.
“I look forward to hearing from Director Wray and to better understanding the FBI’s shortfalls.”
Cosigners of this letter are: Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX), Rep. Matthew Rosendale Sr. (R-MT), Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL), Rep. Randy K. Weber, Sr. (R-TX), Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL), Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Rep. Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (R-AZ), Rep. Michael C. Burgess M.D. (R-TX), Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN), Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD), Rep. Kelly Armstrong (R-ND), Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-TX), Rep. Jim Baird (R-IN), Rep. Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY).
The letter may be read here.
