I’m thrilled to report that House-Senate conferees have finalized an agreement on the PROTECT Act — our comprehensive response to ICE. We will send it to the Governor later today.
I am especially glad that the final package includes the language I contributed that will allow people in Massachusetts to sue federal agents who violate their rights. Only a few other states have created a statute on this model.
This bill protects immigrants from ICE overreach and protects the civil rights of all people in Massachusetts. It implements four major ideas:
- Local police should do local public safety, not federal civil immigration work.
- Schools, courts, and hospitals should be safe — no civil arrests in these spaces without a judge’s warrant.
- No one should be above the law. Constitutional rights should be enforceable — even against federal agents.
- We should protect victims and families: Crime victims can come forward safely; parents can protect their kids.
See statements and a summary in the joint House-Senate press release below or Read more at the Senate Press Room.
Massachusetts Legislature Approves the PROTECT Act,
Creating Among the Strongest Protections in the Nation
Legislation establishes statewide standards governing interactions between
state, local and federal immigration enforcement
(BOSTON—7/30/2026) Today the Massachusetts Legislature passed sweeping legislation to protect residents from overreach by federal immigration authorities and to ensure that local and state law enforcement are not involved in federal immigration enforcement. If signed into law, the legislation would create among the strongest protections in the nation for residents who have immigrated to their communities.
The final bill, An Act promoting rule of law, oversight, trust and equal constitutional treatment—known as the PROTECT Act—strengthens due process protections; limits civil immigration enforcement in courthouses, public school grounds, hospitals, and other sensitive locations; expands protections for victims of crime; and increases transparency, accountability, and clarity for correctional facilities and law enforcement relative to civil immigration enforcement. The PROTECT Act was originally filed by the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus, with the goal of offering feasible policy options to address growing concerns about federal overreach in Massachusetts.
“Since the beginning of President Trump’s second term, ICE and Border Patrol agents have continued to harass and disappear innocent Americans with total impunity—a reckless approach that has led to the deaths of American citizens and legal residents, and to children being separated from their families. Those actions have immigrants in Massachusetts living in fear as they go to work or bring their children to school, and they jeopardize the trust that local law enforcement has worked hard to build,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “That’s why this legislation is so important, as it takes steps to ensure that all residents in Massachusetts are treated equally under state law, and to protect our communities through practical, thoughtful measures. I want to thank Chairman Cahill, Chairman Vargas, Representative Vaughn, and the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus for working tirelessly to incorporate feedback from immigrant communities and law enforcement alike, as well as all my colleagues in the House, and our partners in the Senate, for recognizing the importance of these vital protections.”
“Today, we took action to protect families, defend the constitutional rights of our residents, and stand up to the fear and cruelty being fueled by Donald Trump’s weaponization of federal immigration enforcement,” said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “Across our Commonwealth, we are seeing children torn from their parents, students pulled off the street, and families living in fear. We refuse to accept that as normal in Massachusetts, and today this Legislature stood together in making sure our laws reflect that. I applaud Chair Friedman, Senator Payano, and the Black and Latino Caucus for their unparalleled commitment to protecting our residents, and thank each Senator and our counterparts in the House for getting this to the Governor’s desk.”
“Today, we stand firm on the belief that our Commonwealth is built on freedom and equality. No longer may we idly by as we watch families separated, hard-working people detained, and our immigrant community living in fear of what’s to come on a daily basis. We believe it is incumbent upon us in Massachusetts to affirm and uphold these fundamental principles and further define the separation of state and federal powers and jurisdictions. The PROTECT Act reinforces the longstanding understanding that, absent explicit consent, state resources will not be used for federal civil immigration enforcement,” said Representative Daniel Cahill (D-Lynn), House Chair of the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security. “Developed in collaboration with the Black and Latino Caucus, dozens of law enforcement agencies, advocacy organizations, legal experts, our partners in the Senate, and under the leadership of Speaker Mariano and Chair Michlewitz, the PROTECT Act provides clear guidance for interactions between law enforcement, state entities, individuals, and ICE as it relates to the federal government’s excessive enforcement of civil immigration laws in our communities.”
“The PROTECT Act defends the values enshrined in the Massachusetts Constitution, chiefly that all in our state are entitled to equal protection under the law,” said Senator Cindy F. Friedman (D-Arlington), Chair of the Senate Committee on Steering and Policy. “This legislation represents a collaborative effort that offers avenues and delivers tools for the Commonwealth to provide protections for our residents, clarifies that Massachusetts law enforcement have no role in aiding civil immigration enforcement, and, most importantly, stands up for our immigrant community members who are feeling the full effects of the fear and chaos purposefully instilled by an adversarial federal government. I want to thank my co-chair in this effort, Representative Cahill, my fellow conferees, the Senate President, the Speaker of the House, and my colleagues in the Legislature who are committed to defending and protecting our residents from the egregious and hateful actions of the federal government.”
“The Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus filed this bill because our communities were the ones living it– parents afraid to drop their kids at school, workers afraid to clock in, victims afraid to walk into a courtroom. Fear is not a public safety strategy,” said Representative Andres X. Vargas (D-Haverhill), Chair of the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus and member of the conference committee. “The PROTECT Act draws a clear line: Massachusetts will not lend its badges or its buildings to a deportation campaign that targets people who pose no threat to public safety and treats due process as optional. I’m proud to have served on this conference committee, and am grateful to the Speaker, Senate President, and all my colleagues, especially the 26 members of the MA Black and Latino Caucus who stood unified through this endeavor.”
“The passage of the PROTECT Act sends a clear message that Massachusetts will continue to stand for fairness, due process, and human dignity”, said Senator Pavel Payano (D-Lawrence), member of the conference committee. “No parent should fear taking their child to school, seeking medical care, or appearing in court because of fear. As someone who immigrated as a child, I know firsthand what it means when a state keeps its promise that if you work hard and contribute to your community, opportunity should never be out of reach. Today, we reaffirm that Massachusetts remains a place where opportunity is earned through hard work, not denied because of fear.”
“The PROTECT Act provides Massachusetts with one of the clearest statutory frameworks in the nation for addressing immigration-related matters while ensuring public safety remains paramount,” said Representative Marcus S. Vaughn (R-Wrentham), Ranking Minority of the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security and member of the conference committee. “I was proud to work alongside Chair Cahill, Vice Chair Vargas, and my colleagues in the Senate to strengthen this legislation by bringing a Republican perspective to the conference committee. I especially appreciate the members of the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus for their willingness to hear my concerns and thoughtfully consider them throughout the process. While no bill is perfect, I believe this final conference report provides greater clarity for our schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, employers, and local governments while reaffirming that violent criminals have no place in our communities.”
Having passed both chambers of the Legislature, the bill now goes to Governor Healey’s desk for her signature. Highlights of the legislation are detailed below.
FOSTERING TRUST BETWEEN RESIDENTS AND THEIR COMMUNITIES
Prohibits New 287(g) Agreements. Bars Massachusetts law enforcement agencies from signing new deputization agreements with federal immigration authorities, except in narrow, criminal-law-focused arrangements that meet additional safeguards.
Enhances Protections at Sensitive Locations. Bars civil immigration arrests without a judicial warrant at schools, childcare centers, medical facilities, and courthouses. The Governor may also restrict enforcement activity in non-public areas of state buildings and state agencies, private organizations. The public will receive multilingual guidance on responding to enforcement encounters, confirming an officer’s credentials, and understanding their rights.
Permits Pre-Arrangement of Guardianship. Lets parents designate a guardian for their children in advance, so a plan is already in place if a family is separated by detention or deportation.
ENSURING EQUAL TREATMENT UNDER THE CONSTITUTION
Creates a Pathway for Justice for Civil Rights Violations. Establishes a civil cause of action against federal officers who violate a resident’s constitutional rights, putting them under the same accountability standards as state and local police.
Protects Residents from Discrimination. Bars police from asking about a person’s immigration status or stopping them because of it, absent a connection to a specific criminal matter.
OVERSEEING A FOCUSED LAW ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM
Prohibits State and Municipal Participation in Immigration Enforcement. Keeps state and local police out of federal civil immigration enforcement, barring the use of local resources for that purpose, or detention, based solely on a civil immigration detainer.
Preserves Authority to Investigate and Prosecute Crime. Makes clear that officers can still pursue criminal investigations, share information tied to a criminal case, coordinate with federal partners on matters unrelated to civil immigration enforcement, and comply with a valid judicial warrant or court order.
Provides Oversight Authority to the State Auditor. Gives the State Auditor authority to review sheriffs’ agreements with federal immigration agencies and any immigration detention facilities operating in the Commonwealth.
UPHOLDING THE RULE OF LAW
Supports Victims of Crime. Protects immigrant crime victims, including trafficking survivors, who assist law enforcement as witnesses, and speeds up review of their special visa applications so they can keep participating in investigations or trials.
Establishes Local Custody Protections. Requires county and state correctional facilities to notify people in custody, in writing, of their rights, including access to counsel and the right to decline interviews; keep a confidential phone line open for calls with an attorney; publish a number the public can use to confirm whether and where someone is detained; and log every access request and disclosure for at least a year.
NOTIFICATION OF WORKERS’ RIGHTS
Advance Notification to Employees. Requires employers to inform employees of receiving a notice of inspection by ICE to verify employment eligibility verification and other employment records.
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STATEMENTS OF SUPPORT
Gladys Vega, President & CEO of La Colaborativa:
“Today is a historic day for immigrant communities across Massachusetts. We are incredibly grateful that the Legislature has passed the PROTECT Act and sent it to Governor Healey’s desk. This legislation, developed by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus with direct input from our communities, will help ensure that victims and witnesses can participate in our justice system without fear by limiting ICE’s presence in our courthouses. It also gives parents the ability to plan ahead for their children by arranging guardianship before detention or deportation happens, so that in one of the hardest moments a family can face, children are not left without someone to care for them. This bill is especially meaningful for Chelsea and Gateway Cities, and we look forward to Governor Healey signing it into law.”
Lenita Reason, Executive Director of the Brazilian Worker Center & Co-chair of the PMC coalition.
“For far too long, our immigrant neighbors, working families, and children have lived under the shadow of fear just trying to go to work, attend school, or seek justice in our courts. The passage of the PROTECT Act is a crucial line in the sand for public safety, civil rights, and basic human dignity across Massachusetts. We deeply appreciate Speaker Mariano, Senate President Spilka, and House and Senate leadership for listening to the voices of impacted communities, working alongside the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus, and championing legislation that keeps local resources focused on protecting our residents rather than dividing our families. This bill proves that when Beacon Hill acts with courage and compassion, we can build a Commonwealth where everyone, regardless of where they were born, can live without fear.”
Michael J. Bradley, Jr., Executive Director, Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association
“The Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association appreciates the leadership of the conference committee and members of the Legislature for their willingness to engage with the law enforcement community throughout the development of the Protect Act. The final legislation reflects meaningful improvements that recognize the operational realities facing municipal police departments and preserve the authority of local law enforcement to investigate crimes, protect victims, and carry out their core public safety responsibilities. While implementation will require continued collaboration and clear statewide guidance, we appreciate the thoughtful dialogue that helped shape this legislation and remain committed to working with our partners to ensure its successful implementation in a manner that strengthens both public safety and community trust.”
Liz Sweet, Executive director of Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition
“Immigrants and refugees will be safer than ever in our Commonwealth thanks to the bold action of our state leaders in the PROTECT Act. Our hospitals, courthouses and schools will once again be places of safety and trust. We are grateful to Senate and House leaders who fought for these critical protections for all of our immigrant neighbors.”
Carol Rose, Executive Director of the ACLU of Massachusetts
“Massachusetts has sent a powerful message to the Trump administration: We will not stand idly by while ICE agents tear apart families and shatter our communities. The PROTECT Act will help to establish a firewall between Massachusetts law enforcement and federal immigration officials, ensuring that local police are not co-opted by President Trump’s cruel political agenda. Importantly, the law will also support access to courts for everyone and bolster trust in local institutions. We thank Governor Healey, Senate President Spilka, House Speaker Mariano, and the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus, among others, for their leadership and dedication. We also thank the many immigrant advocates who worked for many years to make this day a reality. Finally, we thank our partners in the Protecting Massachusetts Communities coalition for their steadfast commitment to this cause.”
Maura Sullivan, CEO of The Arc of Massachusetts
“We are thrilled that the PROTECT Act conference committee report adds disability services to the list of protected locations. This safeguard restricts civil arrests in the places where people with disabilities should feel safest. This advocacy effort was driven by the deep concerns of families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism regarding ICE targeting immigrant members of our workforce. While all members of our workforce are legally authorized, immigrants have frequently faced indiscriminate targeting. Importantly, this bill now offers individuals and families an extra layer of security, safeguarding a vital segment of our workforce and community. We are grateful for the leadership of the House and Senate on this issue.”
Thank you.
Thank you for your work Will!
Thank you, Senator!
Thanks, Will
good work Will
Love it, thanks Will!
Thank you, Senator! This is so important.
Thank you Senator!
Great work! Thank you, Senator.
Super proud! Thank you.
That’s great news. Thank you for your efforts!
Thrilled to hear this – and thrilled that the language that allows MA residents to sue federal agents who violate their rights will be included. It’s clear now more than ever how important that is
Thank you for reigning in this govt-sponsored terrorism of black and brown residents. Carry on. ET
Wtf are you talking about? If Massachusetts simply stopped being a “sanctuary” state, and actually cooperated with the federal government, a lot of unnecessary tragedies could be avoided. There’s no terrorism here on the part of the US government simply carrying out it’s job by removing and deporting illegals especially ones who are dangerous and criminals.
Notice that Will incorrectly refers to illegal aliens as “immigrants.”
That’s like calling a bank robber a bank customer who simply withdrew money.
Is defining what Trump did to E. Jean Carroll as “sexual assault” merely a sneaky euphemism for rape? Intended to make the vile act appear less horrible? What, if anything, is the difference between what Trump was found guilty of in court, and what most ordinary people would simply describe as just another form of rape? Are there really various different ways of obtaining carnal knowledge of a woman without her consent, only one of which should be designated as rape? Make it make sense for me, please.
Red Herring.
Btw, Google: Reid Hoffman.
Thanks for leading on this Will.
Will, thanks for sending this along. Hope the governor signs it.
John Millea
If she does will that be a petit, “Jefferson Davis Farewell Address” moment. Succession by a thousand cuts.
Well Done, Bravo and thank you.
Holly VH
Thank you. That this legislation is much needed is unfortunate, but your response is much appreciated.
Thank you for all of the work you do for all of us. And thank you as well for keeping us informed.
Will,
Congratulations on you and your colleagues passing this.
However, I have other concerns that the Legislature continues to fail to address, despite much publicity:
1) The Legislature still has not allowed State Auditor DiZoglio unfettered access to State House records to audit both houses in a manner that she (not the Legislature) determines. More precisely, her audit should not be limited to the finances of both houses, but should extend to their attendance and performance.
2) The Legislature continues to keep far too many of its documents and deliberations confidential.
The Legislature has had more than enough time to craft and pass legislation acceptable to both House and Senate. Complaints about these issues have persisted for years.
Sincerely,
Aram Hollman
Yes, and calling the audit restrictions “transparency” is such a good spin designed to fool some of the people all of the time.
Thank you
I’m so glad you have a serious primary opponent, partly because it’s motivating you and your fellow senior senators to finally pass a bunch of useful laws. Still waiting for you to do something about the T, which immigrants disproportionately rely on (and get screwed by).
Obama and Biden deported 4 MILLION.
That’s MORE than Trump has done.
Yet: Will, Mass., and Mass. Democrats said nothing.
That’s outright hypocrisy.
Supremacy Clause of Constitution:
Federal Law supersedes all state laws.
So: A state can’t tell ICE where to go or what to do.
AND 8 US Code Sect 1424:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/8/1324
1. Sanctuary cities are illegal because they encourage aliens to “enter/reside.”
2. Can’t “harbor” aliens. This happens when police do not obey an ICE detainer.
Will is a lawyer and knows all this but does not care.
What say you, Will?
What about you, Eric, John, Rachel, James, Hindy, Aram, Holly?
Do you know the law or don’t you care either?
You’re right, and thank you for posting this. Unfortunately, it’s falling on deaf ears. Our state can’t be legislating things that contradict federal laws and the Supremacy Clause of the US Constitution. Our state will pay a price for this.
Thank you Dee. Sounds like someone actually has a brain here that actually works. It seems like we’re in the minority around here. Lol
There needs to be a requirement for all federal agents involved in shootings to report to the State police to file a report and have an interview with in 12 hours. We cannot permit ICE to remove agents from the state especially if a person was killed. If someone is shot by anyone (including federal agents) there needs to be a Mandatory investigation by state police (since they will be independent) rather than having ICE do an internal investigation.
Dwight:
Read my comment above.
The state has NO authority whatsoever over ICE any more than the state can tell the FBI or US Army what to do.
Federal law is supreme.
Then require Trump to enforce federal law by prosecuting owners of businesses that hire undocumented people to work for them. Ooops! When big business and huge profits are concerned, it seems that federal law enforcement is out to lunch. Under Trump, for sure. Obama, on the other hand, hauled a slew of them into federal court, fined them, and actually sent some of the worst offenders to prison. (Hiring undocumented people is a violation of federal criminal law under the Immigration Reform and Control Act.) It’s unfortunate that Trump is soft on crime committed by rich people. Considering his own criminal background, of course, that’s not really surprising.
You, Will, are so full of shit that I can hardly believe it. Many, many months ago, around the time of the Tufts disgrace, I, and others, barked at you for your less than passive approach to the federal infringement on the rights of all of us. Your response was to let the courts handle it. You basically accused me of being an insurrectionist. Seems like you have changed your tune. (and I am very glad that you are happy). Will is up for reelection. There is an alternative. I intend to take it. For those of you tired of mealy-mouthed, audit-dodging MA politicians, I urge you to do the same.
I would like to apologize to Sen Brownsberger. My little rant made it sound like I think that the Senator is less than honest, dishonorable, somehow unworthy. I think the Senator is a decent hard-working representative who is doing his best. I happen to disagree with him, sometimes vehemently, on a number of issues. I let it get personal. That was wrong and I regret it.
The best efforts of any given good Democrat pay dividends only to our enemies and adversaries since the party have become unmoored from American, Western values.
Aiding and abetting the assault on our constitutional republic with open borders and sanctuary policies may seem like compassion towards illegal immigrants, but it is in fact a cruelty. Not only are you making them the mechanism for the weaponization of our decennial national census to undermine the vote and ultimately our founding charter, but you are condemning their children and their children’s children to live in a post democratic America for you cannot have democracy without the supporting embrace of a constitutional republic to guarantee that democracy.
The Democratic Party used to have at least one foot grounded in Western, post Enlightenment values and could articulate them to the young, now, all they articulate is nihilism.
Hi Fred.
Please read my post above about the US Constitution’s Supremacy Clause and 8 US Code Section 1324.
Mass. is already violating the latter law in numerous ways.
And Mass. state laws cannot ever supersede Federal laws.
Mass cannot tell Federal agents where to go or what to do when they act in their official capacity.
Will knows this, but is “virtue signaling” to his constituents.
Neither Will nor anyone else can answer my previous post.
People are stumped.
What does this tell us?
This is taken from Google’s “Gemini ” AI on July 31. I quote verbatim: “The Supreme Court has established that federal employees, including law enforcement officials, do not have absolute immunity from state criminal prosecution, and can be arrested and charged under state or municipal laws if they act outside the lawful scope of their federal duties or violate the Constitution.” I direct your attention to the last 15 words of that quotation. Here’s what I draw from those words, in a nutshell: a lot of Trump’s accomplices, henchmen, flunkies, minions and proxies are eventually going to be spending many years behind bars in various state prisons. (The change of administrations in Washington will take place long before the several statutes of limitations run out.) When that blessed time arrives I hope you’ll drop in occasionally on visiting days, Dee, to keep track of how the prisoners are doing. And to convey my (ahem!) regards. I’ll even be happy to see that they all receive free framed copies of the Constitution of the United States. On authentic parchment, no less. To hang on the walls of their cells, and to meditate upon. Come to think of it, though, I surmise that some of them might actually manage to evade justice. Maybe by applying on an emergency basis, right after the 2028 presidential election, for visas to Brazil and Argentina. I base this assumption on the well-known meme that, while history never repeats, it often rhymes. But I’m sure that hundreds of adventurous and patriotic young American people will not even wait for the new President to be formally sworn in, before setting out en masse for South America to track down and bring back the fugitives. As for Trump himself? We might not be able to nail him for high treason. The court says he has a get-out-of-jail-free card. But by then probably he’ll be facing a higher tribunal than any on this earth. His health, by all accounts except the official ones, is terrible. As will his historical legacy be. ‘Nuff said.
Tells us they are high on their own supply.
Fred, I actually chuckled at that retort. Good one.
Thank you, Will
Yes, lets certainly apply the phrase ‘No one should be above the law’. Including those who are committing illegal acts.
Dear Will,
Thank you for your good work on restraining ICE! You have done such good work in your public service and I intend to vote for you in the coming election.
You are in my prayers for continued success and happiness,
Gratefully,
Margaret
This is a notable achievement and is to be applauded. It demonstrates what a state can do to blunt the fascistic policies and tactics of our nation government. It is actually a conservative piece of legislation – protecting the rights of individuals from overarching federal power.
No Dick, the state cannot tell the feds/ICE what to do.
You don’t know the laws and the US Constitution.
See my post.
See my posts right after that.
Thank you Will. This is common sense regulation and should not be necessary in a country that was started by immigrants. But here we are.
Thank you!!! I am proud of you and our Commonwealth.
Thank you Will for putting my community in danger. I think it’s great that thieves, rapists, child molesters, and people convicted of violent assaults have special protections and an easy path to citizenship can be “fast tracked” past legal immigrants. I especially like students losing scholarships once their state school stops requiring legal immigration for registration. And I also think its wonderful that the Commonwealth can pass laws that will trump Federal law. I think in the short term you’ll get a lot of clicks for this legislation. I think in the future we will curse this session of the Legislature and the short sightedness of the Wu administration. But I also wonder where all the bleeding hearts were when President Clinton enacted this legislation in 1996 as part of the Anti-Terrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act.
Thanks, Barbara.
You are 100% correct. See my post for legal details.
The state has no authority whatsoever to tell the Feds/FBI/ICE/Congress/White House/US Army/NASA what they can and cannot do and where they can and cannot go.
Mass. is lawless.
It’s a disappointment that a lawyer such as Will is pretending otherwise.
And, as we all know, the critiques of ICE (which came about in 2003) were nowhere to be found when Obama and Biden were presidents and deported over 4 million illegals (got that figure off the web and AI).
Thank you, Senator Brownsberger. I am deeply grateful for any and all actions taken by anyone, including and especially our government officials, to challenge the despicable, unconscionable and undemocratic actions of the federal government. We must all stand up against tyranny and cruelty and state-sponsored lawlessness. To sit silent, do nothing, or acquiesce to the racial and religious hatred that these tactics represent is abhorrent and beyond theorizing. If we cannot see that the current Storm Trooper tactics of ICE agents and the unjustifiable and unlawful actions of other immigration agencies under the current administration are beyond anything acceptable in a civil society, we are truly doomed to despotism, tyranny and oppression. Would we not fight against that?
You’re delusional. These proposed bills will make our communities LESS safe because it further restricts cooperation with the federal government, which supercedes any state or local laws btw. We need less illegals here in Massachusetts, especially violent and criminal illegals that are raging havoc in our commonwealth and costing us millions in tax payer funds.
Undocumented immigrants subsidize the state and federal governments by paying into those systems vastly more than they get back in benefits. For instance, Social Security payments are automatically deducted every week from their paychecks. But federal law forbids them to receive benefits in return. Undocumented immigrants grow, harvest, and process the food that you eat every day. They mop the floors, clean the toilets, and make the beds in the hotels used by millions of American businesspeople and wealthy vacationers. They bathe, dress, and cook for our infirm elderly people in nursing homes. They prune the hedges and mow the lawns in millions of yards. They chip the ice and shovel the snow off the sidewalks in every northern city. They waterproof roofs and maintain golf courses and deliver pizza all over the country. What does ICE do? They murder unarmed American citizens in the streets and torture fully-documented resident aliens in secret concentration camps. Their reign of terror is one-hundred percent subsidized by the taxpayers. Undocumented immigrants do not enjoy that luxury. They make this country livable for all of us, and in return are treated like dirt by Trumpaholic xenophobes. Who now openly espouse the old motto: one people, one empire, one leader. It will not end well for them. The United States is now one of the two most hated countries throughout the world. Its partner in crime, Israel, is the other. If you venture anywhere outside the USA these days…and even more so in the near future…I’d urge you to invest in some Kevlar body armor before you leave. The world does not like you. For good reason. Anyhow, have a nice day.
Dolores, did you oppose ICE when Biden and Obama were deporting millions?
I doubt it.
Hey Senator, what’s your comment on Fauci that you supported as the fools above I’m sure did.
Ok Senator. So why don’t we get rid of our “sanctuary” status and actually work with the federal government/law enforcement in order to avoid excessive use of force. Especially when it comes to dangerous criminals who are illegally here in the US!! We don’t need more laws that further restricts the actions of the federal government, we need to cooperate with them more to avoid unnecessary tragedies.
The legislature wants to turn us into Spain.
Will, you have forsaken your oath and duty to protect the CITIZENS of the Commonwealth.
You are condoning, aiding and abetting an orchestrated illegal invasion of our Country.
By ICE? He has spoken out repeatedly against their orchestrated illegal invasion of our states, cities, schools, churches, and courts.
Unfortunately some commenters persist in misunderstanding the limits of the Supremacy Clause in the Constitution. If they will just ask Google’s AI feature (“Gemini”) the following question, it will help them to understand. It cites sources which readers are encouraged to consult. Here’s the question: “When did the Supreme Court decide that the Supremacy Clause protects federal employees only when their actions are lawful, warranted, reasonable, and constitutional?” I will quote part of Gemini’s answer, in reply to my query on 31 July of this year: “Supremacy Clause limits: federal immunity from state laws applies strictly when an employee [of the federal government] is reasonably executing federal duties within the law.” This is followed by: “Loss of immunity: When a federal worker acts outside lawful authority or breaks the law, they enjoy no shield from local or state accountability.” Gemini cites two Supreme Court decisions affirming those points: in re Neagle(1890) and Johnson v Maryland (1920). Gemini gives no hint that any subsequent court has overturned those decisions. In view of this, I’m willing to wager that a lot of people now employed by the Trump administration will eventually end up incarcerated in various state prisons. Those who violated the Constitution will likely wind up twiddling their thumbs in Club Fed.
AI tells you what you want to hear.
“When you want to help people, you tell them the truth. When you want to help yourself, you tell them what they want to hear.” -Dr. Thomas Sowell.
In this instance, AI tells you what the Supreme Court has decided. Sorry if it’s not what you wanted to hear. I fear that our friend Dee will also find it not to her liking. But as Ben Shapiro used to say, facts don’t care about our feelings.