But if deterrence theory is valid, then this double standard is invalid.

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"The fact that a foreign national was able to re-enter the U.S. with what appeared to be a valid student visa, while Customs and Border Protection officers were unaware that his visa status had become invalid, represents a serious hole in our national security, " McCaul told CNN.

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