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A Mexican native whose mother brought him to America at age 1 said President Trump has shown "leadership and compassion" toward DACA recipients like himself, while Democrats have conversely used them as "pawns."

Hilario Yanez, who goes by Eli, said Trump showed courage to tackle the illegal immigration issue comprehensively during his first year in office.

"Here's a guy who wants to provide a pathway to citizenship for myself and really make a difference in my life," he said, adding that if the president believes a border wall is necessary for national security, then he would support it.

Hilario Yanez, DACA Recipient: “Let me begin by first thanking Donald Trump for his leadership, his compassion and also the courage to take on this issue.” pic.twitter.com/GfhekwGKtL — Fox News (@FoxNews) February 10, 2018

"I think it’s time for people who want to come to the United States to focus... on skills so [they] contribute to the American economy right away," Yanez, who was born in Tampico, Tamaulipas said.

Yanez said top Democrats have "no clear message" on immigration policy, other than to "us[e] us as pawns."

Hilario Yanez, DACA Recipient: “At the end of the day, in terms of legislation… you’re possibly looking at one of the greatest presidents to get things done.” pic.twitter.com/ludQhbUfxh — Fox News (@FoxNews) February 10, 2018

"They never should have shut down the government over DACA," he said, mentioning Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) by name. "There is plenty of time on the table to fix this. March 5 is the deadline."

Yanez said he gets "goosebumps" when he hears the "Star-Spangled Banner" and said he would never take a knee like some athletes have, and declared a willingness to serve in the armed forces if asked.

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