The race for New Jersey governor is heating up as the issue of the state’s sanctuary status gains prominence. Amid President Trump’s push for mass deportations, Democratic candidate Steve Sweeney and all Republican contenders express their intentions to end the policy of limited cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
While some Democrats discuss codifying and expanding the existing policy, others, including Sweeney and the Republican candidates, believe the state should follow federal law and support ICE. The current governor, Phil Murphy, stands by the Immigrant Trust Directive, emphasizing the need to separate immigration enforcement from law enforcement against crimes.
The future of New Jersey’s sanctuary state policy remains uncertain, as potential gubernatorial candidates have differing views on the issue. While supporters advocate for codifying and expanding the policy, critics argue that it goes against federal law. The debate continues, with the Trump administration’s threats of withholding funding for sanctuary jurisdictions adding to the uncertainty surrounding the issue.
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