Debate on Terminology for Illegal Immigrants

MSNBC anchor Alex Witt corrected her correspondent for using the term 'illegal aliens'. Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan faced criticism for calling illegal immigrants 'illegal'. Liberal groups prefer the terms 'undocumented' or 'unauthorized' immigrants. Duggan stated Detroit is not a sanctuary city and will cooperate with ICE on criminal illegal immigrants.

Proposed Bill to Change Terminology in Illinois Crime Reduction Act

Illinois Democrat lawmakers are proposing a bill to change the term 'offenders' to 'justice-impacted individuals' in the Illinois Crime Reduction Act. Governor J.B. Pritzker, a Democrat, supports the bill, which has faced criticism for being soft on crime. The bill passed the state House and Senate and would affect around 1800 individuals.

Public Opinion on Terminology for Undocumented Immigrants

A Harvard/Harris poll found that an overwhelming majority of Hispanic Americans believe it is appropriate to call the illegal alien accused of murdering Laken Riley an 'illegal.' The poll also showed that Americans, across racial and political divides, support using the term 'illegal' to describe illegal aliens.