These people did not break the law. They were minors and came with their family to the USA - what choice did they have? Their adult family members broke the law but they did not.  So it is totally reasonable to treat them differently. It in no way condones illegal immigration by adults who are responsible for their actions. So Jenkins is consistent with a law and order philosophy on this one. If an adult robs a bank do we punish their sons and daughters by putting them in jail also? Congress should bundle a bill that allows them to become citizens with all the funding necessary to get a wall built. That satisfies both mercy and justice.