Obama Sees Immigration Reform by Fall

President Obama told Telemundo that he is optimistic that – if lawmakers release a draft bill early next month – he will be able to sign comprehensive immigration reform into law before autumn.

Said Obama: “If we have a bill introduced at the beginning of next month — as these senators indicate it will be — then I’m confident that we can get it done certainly before the end of the summer.”

Roll Call: “Obama had previously warned that he would interject himself into the
process with his own measure if Congress takes too long to act. But
Obama on Wednesday said he was pleased with the progress the group of
eight senators has made and believes they will produce a bill.”

David Hawkings: Any immigration delay works against Obama.