EXCLUSIVE — Rand Paul says US war on drugs "does" play role in migration surge

Who?Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) Ask a Pol asked:“What role do you think US drug policy plays in destabilizing the border?” Key Paul: “Well, it does. I mean, there are drugs involved, but I don’t know if I have an easy answer. There’s no easy answer as to it, you know?”**we never asked for an easy answer… LISTEN: Laslo & Rand Paul Below find a rough transcript of Ask a Pol’s exclusive interview with Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), slightly edited for clarity.TRANSCRIPT: Sen. Rand Paul Matt Laslo: “Hey, how you doing, sir?” Rand Paul: “Good.” ML: “I was curious, what role do you think US drug policy plays in destabilizing the border?” RP: “Say it again?” ML: “What role do you think US drug policy plays in destabilizing the border?” RP: “Well, it does. I mean, there are drugs involved, but I don’t know if I have an easy answer. There’s no easy answer as to it, you know?”ML: “It seems like without fixing that problem there’s no [way to fix the others].”RP: “I think they’re related, but I don’t have an easy answer for ya. I’ve gotta run.” ML: “Preciate ya.” Matt Laslo’s covered drug policy for Playboy, Rolling Stone, VICE News Tonight, Daily Beast, VICE News, etc. He’s also a new media prof. & the founder of Ask a Pol — a new, people-powered press corps.Ask a Pol — asking your lawmakers your questions at your US Capitol. Follow us: @Ask_a_Pol (or @askpols on Insta). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.askapoluaps.com/subscribe