The Justice Department is directing its federal prosecutors to investigate any state or local officials who stand in the way of beefed-up enforcement of immigration laws under the Trump administration.
San Joaquin County's sheriff and Stockton police announced they are following California law and would not help ICE in raids unless it's for criminal immigrants.
The Justice Department is directing federal prosecutors to investigate state or local officials obstructing Trump's deportation plans, including those in New York, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press on Wednesday.
President Donald Trump has promised swift action on immigration, asylum and border security as he takes office today.
The Department of Justice has reportedly ordered federal prosecutors to investigate any state or local officials who do follow President Donald Trump's new immigration laws.
The GOP-led bill, which got some Democratic support, will head back to the House for approval before it goes to Trump for his signature.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott gave an update on the state’s efforts to crack down on illegal immigration, reporting a decline in illegal crossings by nearly 90%.
The state’s experience is instructive as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to overhaul the U.S. immigration system.
A bustling shopping district in Chicago known as the “Mexico of the Midwest” has seen foot traffic plummet by 50% — as residents say they fear the immigration raids promised by President
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump's administration has directed federal prosecutors to criminally investigate state and local officials who attempt to resist its immigration enforcement efforts, according to a memo to Justice Department staff seen by Reuters.
A pending Kansas Senate resolution asks for Gov. Kelly to cooperate with federal immigration officials, including sending the National Guard to Texas.