Unlike almost any other issue that is being debated in Washington , whether that be the federal budget or foreign policy , what Republicans do on immigration will have huge consequences for the direction of the party . Julian Zelizer says a big battle is looming for the Republicans on immigration reform . He says Jeb Bush stumbled on the issue last year , shifting his support to the right . Anti - immigration forces have strong support in conservative districts , he says . Zelizer : GOP wants to attract growing Latino voters , but has to worry about its base .
Julian Zelizer says a big battle is looming for the Republicans on immigration reform . He says Jeb Bush stumbled on the issue last year , shifting his support to the right . Anti - immigration forces have strong support in conservative districts , he says . Zelizer : GOP wants to attract growing Latino voters , but has to worry about its base .