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CLINTON SAYS OBAMA ON ‘FIRM’ GROUND ON IMMIGRATION

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Posted on November 21, 2014

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KEN THOMAS,Associated Press

Clinton Defends Obama’s Immigration Orders

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Bill Clinton says every U.S. president in the modern era has issued some type of executive order on immigration, and he suggests that President Barack Obama is on “pretty firm legal footing.”

Obama’s Plan Could Aid Millions

The former president spoke on the eve of Obama’s scheduled announcement of executive actions that could spare as many as 5 million immigrants from being deported from the U.S.

Clinton Discusses Global Interdependence

Clinton said at a gala event Wednesday celebrating 100 years of The New Republic that the world is more interdependent and nations like the United States need to define the terms of its interdependence.

Clinton Jokes About Political Relevance

He joked that nobody cares what ex-presidents say unless your wife might run for office. Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton is considering a White House campaign in 2016.

Key Takeaways

  • Bill Clinton said President Obama had presidential precedent for executive immigration actions.
  • Clinton remarked that Obama likely stood on “pretty firm legal footing.”
  • He highlighted U.S. interdependence and the need to define its terms.
  • Clinton quipped commentary only matters when one’s spouse might run for office.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What precedent did Clinton cite for Obama’s immigration actions?
He noted every modern‐era president has issued executive immigration actions, supporting Obama’s legal footing.
What did Clinton say about legal footing?
He suggested Obama is on “pretty firm legal footing” in implementing executive immigration actions.
What broader context did Clinton provide?
He emphasized global interdependence and the importance of defining U.S. terms within it.
What humorous remark did Clinton make?
He joked that ex‑presidents’ opinions matter only if their spouse might run for office.

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