Lawmakers Vote To Make California A 'Sanctuary State'
The legislation would prohibit California law enforcement officers from communicating with federal immigration enforcement agencies, with some exceptions.
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Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks SB4, Texas Law Targeting Sanctuary Cities
Texas lawmakers said the law would protect citizens from crime. Critics opposed giving police the authority to require people to show papers verifying their immigration status during routine stops.
Tiny And Defiant, Texas Town Launches Headfirst Into 'Show Me Your Papers' Debate
El Cenizo, Texas is suing to overturn the new state law that allows local police officers to ask anyone they detain if they're in the country illegally. The city has a "safe haven" ordinance.
Texas Gov. Abbott Signs Measure Targeting 'Sanctuary Cities'
The law, effective Sept. 1, allows police to ask during routine stops if someone is in the country legally and threatens sheriffs with jail if they don't cooperate with immigration agents.
Trump's Tweets On Court Blocking 'Sanctuary City' Order: 5 Facts To Know
President Trump has called out the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, but the recent ruling on withholding federal grants was made by a single district court judge.
This Week In Race: A Spicer Dust-Up, Muslim Latinas Speak Out, Blue Men See Red
Busy week per always: resistance to deportations, black women get spicy with the White House press secretary, and Muslim Latinas. Yeah, really.
Seattle Sues Trump Administration Over 'Sanctuary City' Threat
"We are not breaking any laws and we are prioritizing safety," Seattle Mayor Ed Murray says. The city's lawsuit says President Trump and his administration are violating the Constitution.
Statehouse Committee Beefs Up Anti-'Sanctuary' Bill
Proposed legislation designed to penalize local governments that restrict enforcement of federal immigration laws has been expanded.
Trump's Threatens 'Sanctuary' Cities With Loss Of Federal Funds
It's unclear which jurisdictions would be covered by an executive order the president signed Thursday, or which funds would be withheld. Trump wants cities to cooperate with immigration enforcement.