North Carolina Legislation on Sanctuary Jurisdictions and ICE Cooperation

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Republicans in North Carolina are advancing legislation to outlaw sanctuary jurisdictions, requiring law enforcement to cooperate with ICE in turning over criminal illegal aliens. The bill is expected to be approved despite Gov. Roy Cooper's expected veto.

Key Points

  • Legislation requires cooperation between North Carolina law enforcement and ICE for turning over criminal illegal aliens
  • Bill aims to prevent sanctuary jurisdictions from shielding criminal illegal aliens from immigration enforcement
  • Governor's expected veto may be overridden by Republican supermajorities in the House and Senate

Pros

  • Enhances cooperation between law enforcement and ICE for immigration enforcement
  • Aims to increase public safety by ensuring criminal illegal aliens are turned over to ICE

Cons

  • May lead to fear and reluctance among immigrant communities to engage with law enforcement
  • Could strain relationships between local law enforcement and immigrant communities