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McCain, Graham release statement after Obama meeting

Feb 26, 2013, 3:46 PM | Updated: 3:46 pm

Sen. John McCain and Sen. Lindsey Graham released the following statement Tuesday after they met with President Barack Obama.

It has not been altered in any way.

“We had an excellent meeting with the President and the Vice President this afternoon during which we discussed a variety of issues, including our effort to pass comprehensive immigration reform legislation this year. We were pleased to hear the President state his firm commitment that he will do whatever is necessary to accomplish this important goal.”

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McCain, Graham release statement after Obama meeting