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J_William_Ryan

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3. There's no such thing as a 'sanctuary' city.

Reply to Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin (Original post)

Fri Apr 25, 2025, 12:47 AM

Apr 25

State and local jurisdictions cannot be compelled to enforce Federal law – including immigration law.

It is perfectly lawful and Constitutional for local jurisdictions to elect to not use limited resources to detain undocumented immigrants.

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Judge blocks Trump bid to halt federal funding for sanctuary cities [View all] Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Apr 24 OP

Another loss for 47 vapor2 Apr 24 #1

✅✅✅✅ underpants Apr 24 #2

There's no such thing as a 'sanctuary' city. J_William_Ryan Apr 25 #3

What do they care? They are not going to obey it anyway. (n/t) OldBaldy1701E Apr 25 #4