Republican lawmakers in over 20 states are advancing legislation to penalize local officials who resist President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement policies. The measures include lawsuits, fines, and potential jail time for those who refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.
In Georgia, a new Senate-passed bill would allow lawsuits against local governments and officials who adopt sanctuary policies. Similar efforts are underway in Louisiana, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wyoming, and New Hampshire. Some proposals impose severe penalties, such as Tennessee’s law subjecting violators to felony charges with up to six years in prison. Wyoming’s legislation could jail local officials for up to a decade and fine them $20,000.
The crackdown follows lawsuits filed by Trump’s Department of Justice against sanctuary jurisdictions, including Illinois and Chicago. Critics argue the measures will stoke fear and lead to unlawful detentions, while supporters say they reinforce the rule of law. As states ramp up enforcement, legal challenges to these aggressive policies are expected.
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