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‘Look These Mothers in the Eyes’: Families of Victims Killed by Illegal Aliens to Testify Before Congress
Two mothers who lost their sons and another whose daughter remains permanently injured will testify before Congress on Thursday about how these tragedies—each involving illegal aliens—could have been prevented through stricter enforcement of immigration law. This forum could be uncomfortable for House Democrats who oppose enforcing immigration laws, said Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., chairman…Fred Lucas -
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Jordan Vows Crackdown Bill on Sanctuary Cities, States
House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, said his committee could clear legislation in the next two weeks to crack down on sanctuary jurisdictions. In an interview with Just the News, Jordan said sanctuary jurisdictions include 11 states, 18 major cities, and three counties, as well as the District of Columbia. He said this represents about one-third of the nation’s population. “We’re looking…Fred Lucas -
The Hypocrisy of ‘Sanctuary City’ Mayors
Monday morning saw another busload of illegal border crossers arrive at New York City’s Port Authority terminal. The city’s commissioner of immigrant affairs, Manuel Castro, was there to personally welcome 52 people off the bus, of whom 80% were single men, witnesses said. “Many other people who are here have told us that the families…Simon Hankinson -
Add Kansas to the Growing List of States Banning Sanctuary Cities
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly has signed a bill prohibiting cities and counties from enacting “sanctuary” policies or ordinances for illegal aliens. Considering the deadly and destructive outcomes we constantly see in sanctuary cities, now is the time for other states to join Kansas. And the fact that Kansas isn’t a border state shows how deeply…Erin Dwinell -
The Irrational, Erroneous Assumptions of Sanctuary Cities and States
If space aliens came to Earth and saw what happens every day in California (and other states) regarding so-called sanctuary cities, they would leave our planet immediately, firmly convinced we were all nuts. The sanctuary city laws that predominate in liberal states such as California make no sense, and put American citizens—and nonviolent illegal aliens—at huge risk,…Steven Bucci -
Ohio Town Announces It’s a ‘Sanctuary City’ for Historical Statues
The manager of a small town in Ohio has declared his municipality a “sanctuary city” for statues being toppled in other parts of the country. A proclamation signed July 4 by Newton Falls City Manager David Lynch declares that monuments of the Founding Fathers and others will find safety in Newton Falls. “I, David M….Rachel del Guidice -
Trump Loses Sanctuary City Fight With Chicago
The Trump administration cannot withhold grant money from cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities, an appeals court ruled Thursday. President Donald Trump’s threat to withhold public safety grants from jurisdictions that don’t cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, otherwise known as “sanctuary cities,” violates the Constitution’s separation of powers provisions, the 7th…Jason Hopkins -
Trump Suggests He May Withhold Bailout Funds From States With Sanctuary Cities
President Donald Trump suggested Tuesday that he may withhold federal bailout funds from states with cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Trump was asked at a White House event with business leaders about the idea of another round of stimulus money for U.S. taxpayers. The president said he liked the concept of…Jason Hopkins -
Trump Administration Can Withhold Funds From Sanctuary Cities, Appeals Court Finds
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the White House can withhold funds from sanctuary cities, delivering a victory for President Donald Trump’s fight with jurisdictions that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. The Trump administration is legally allowed to withhold millions of dollars in federal law enforcement grants from states and…Jason Hopkins -
Trump’s War on Sanctuary Cities Is About More Than Politics
It’s about to get real for America’s so-called sanctuary cities, local governments that refuse to cooperate with those who enforce federal immigration laws. The Trump administration is deploying 100 tactical Border Patrol officers to help Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials take illegal immigrants in those cities into custody. The move should put to rest any…James Carafano -
Trump Begins Counterattack on Sanctuary Cities
With the recent federal lawsuits filed against California, New Jersey, and King County, Washington, the Trump administration has finally launched a fierce counterattack against the sanctuary movement. States and local jurisdictions that provide a safe haven for dangerous criminal aliens and obstruct federal immigration enforcement are on notice. Until now, the administration has been largely on…Hans von Spakovsky -
‘They Are Endangering the Communities’: New DHS Chief Rips Sanctuary Cities
Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf lambasted sanctuary cities, touted progress on the wall, and confirmed on “Fox & Friends” Tuesday the U.S. will implement asylum agreements to remove illegal aliens. Wolf, who officially became the acting DHS secretary earlier in November, discussed a range of issues affecting his department. “I think sanctuary city policies…Jason Hopkins -
Tucson Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Sanctuary City Proposal
In a major defeat for illegal alien advocates, voters in Tucson, Arizona, overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to designate it as the state’s one and only “sanctuary city.” Tucson voters on Tuesday resoundingly opposed an initiative, known as Proposition 205, that would have given sweeping protections to illegal aliens and prohibited local law enforcement from working…Jason Hopkins -
Why These 6 Towns Became ‘Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn’
Abortion clinics can change the viewpoint of entire communities, a pastor who is working to outlaw abortion locally says. So far, six towns in Texas have banned abortion clinics with his help, and cities and towns in other states have shown an interest in doing the same. Pastor Mark Lee Dickson says he sees a…Jackson Elliott -
Get Off the Sidelines: #StandWithICE in Sanctuary Cities
Dear fellow patriots: It’s time to stop making nice with those who are waging war on ICE. Are you sick of your neighborhoods being hijacked by law enforcement-bashing thugs who prioritize every last illegal immigrant over law-abiding families, workers, and employers? Are you sick of do-nothing politicians promising to take action while well-funded and well-organized…Michelle Malkin -
Those Who Advocate Sanctuary Cities Should Experience the Consequences
In the category of Mad Magazine’s “scenes we’d like to see” comes President Donald Trump’s threat to transport migrants to cities and states that have declared themselves sanctuaries. Apparently he thinks such a move would force Democrats in Congress who represent these places to vote to fund the wall along our southern border. Speaker Nancy…Cal Thomas -
Answers to 4 Big Questions About Sending Illegal Immigrants to Sanctuary Cities
The Trump administration is exploring the legality of transporting illegal immigrants who the government can’t detain to sanctuary cities, which by definition welcome illegal immigrants. Prominent Democrats say they oppose the idea, and even supporters say President Donald Trump could be trolling Democrats in a public relations move. If Trump moves forward with the…Fred Lucas -
Lawmaker’s Measure Targets Funding for Sanctuary Cities
An Arizona lawmaker wants to deny federal funds to sanctuary cities by amending a spending bill keeping the government running through September. The amendment proposed by Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., would withhold two kinds of federal grants to cities and other jurisdictions that don’t cooperate with federal authorities in enforcing immigration law, The Hill reported….Rachel del Guidice -
We Hear You: DACA, Illegal Immigration, Sanctuary Cities, and Voter Fraud
Editor's note: It's helpful to know what's on the minds of The Daily Signal's audience. Here's a sampling of recent emails to [email protected].—Ken McIntyre Dear Daily Signal: Thanks for Peter Parisi's commentary, "The 'Dreamers' Have No Right to Demand Anything." Interesting to see this today, as just yesterday I emailed the following to President Trump:…Ken McIntyre -
Acting ICE Director: Let’s Charge Sanctuary Cities for Violating Federal Law
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Thomas Homan spoke to Fox News host Neil Cavuto Tuesday about California’s decision to become a “sanctuary state.” Watch above, or read the transcript below. Neil Cavuto: There are sanctuary cities and towns, but a sanctuary state? Well, California officially becoming the first such state in the country. Gov….Daily Signal Staff