I often support President Trump’s policies, believe illegal immigration is a serious problem, and think that our broken borders pose significant risks to America’s security and sovereignty. I also believe immigrants are people — no matter their legal status.

That doesn’t mean they can enter the country illegally or ought to face no consequences for doing so. It certainly doesn’t mean they should automatically be given the same rights and privileges as American citizens. Yet it does mean that, as conservatives, we should respect life and embrace a compassionate approach to immigration. This is something pro-life conservatives should intrinsically understand.