First, we’ll build on our progress at the border with additional resources for our law enforcement personnel so that they can stem the flow of illegal crossings, and speed the return of those who do cross over. –Address to the nation on immigration, President Obama, 2014 Which statement best paraphrases this text? Law enforcement often struggles to stop the number of illegal crossings. The government will increase the number of border police to help stop illegal immigration. The government has already placed as many additional resources as possible at the border. Border police can stop people from entering, but it is harder to catch those who are already here