president's demand for a border wall, which could be the reason the president tweeted an unsubstantiated story about the border, an evidence-free story that prayer rugs had been found there. the president tweeted, quote, border rancher, we found prayer rugs out here. it is unreal. washington examiner. people coming across the southern border from many countries, some of which would be a big surprise. before we go any further, let's lay out a couple of facts for you here, okay? the washington examiner story was based on an anecdote from one rancher. there's nothing wrong with prayer rugs, and the innuendo that muslims means terrorists is indefensible. so what's more, according to a 2017 report from the president's own state department, there is no credible evidence that international terrorist groups have established bases in mexico or have sent operatives into the united states through mexico. let's discuss with kirsten powers and steve cortes. good evening to both of you. so good to have you on. >> good evening. >> the president based his tweet