California Republican Assemblymember Kate Sanchez Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Sex Trafficking Loophole
California Republican Assemblymember Kate Sanchez plans to introduce a bill to eliminate a loophole in the state's law that prevents cooperation between federal and state officials in targeting sex traffickers, specifically aiming to remove barriers for local law enforcement to work with federal authorities in cases of sex trafficking of minors.
Key Points
- Proposed bill targets a loophole in California law related to cooperation in sex trafficking cases
- Seeks to amend the California Values Act to allow better communication between local and federal law enforcement
- Efforts align with President Trump's mass deportation plan
Pros
- Aims to enhance cooperation between local and federal law enforcement in combatting sex trafficking of minors
- Seeks to close a loophole that may allow convicted sex traffickers to evade deportation
Cons
- May face challenges in the Democratic-dominated state legislature