President Donald J. Trump is removing illegal immigrant killers, rapists, and drug dealers from our streets and sending them back where they belong — but if politicians in so-called “sanctuary” locales had it their way, these vicious criminals would still be free to roam our streets.
Here is a tiny sample of the illegal immigrant criminals arrested in “sanctuary” destinations under President Trump:
• In Saint Paul, Minnesota, ICE has arrested a Sudanese national convicted of rape of a victim under 13, a Mexican national convicted of criminal sexual conduct against a victim under 14, and a Laotian national convicted of child endangerment and criminal sexual conduct against a victim under 13.
◦Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison warns law enforcement of “liability if they enforce immigration detainers” and says protecting communities from violent illegal immigrant criminals is “not our job.”
◦Mayor Melvin Carter says targeting violent illegal immigrant criminals is “threaten[ing] our safe spaces” and calls it a “rapidly alarming situation.”
◦Saint Paul City Council Vice President Hwa Jeong Kim reminds constituents that the police department “cannot and does not cooperate with ICE.”
• In Chicago, Illinois, ICE has arrested a Mexican national convicted of drunk driving resulting in a death (who had an order of removal from 2006), a Mexican national convicted of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute (who had an order of removal from 2022), and a Mexican national convicted of negligent manslaughter.
◦Rep. Delia Ramirez decries how “welcoming states and sanctuary cities that defend our neighbors” are a “target.”
◦Rep. Chuy García says “no one should live in fear” of an “immigration raid.”
◦Rep. Mike Quigley advises illegal immigrants “to become familiar with their rights.”
• In Washington State, ICE has arrested a Salvadoran national convicted of sodomy/anal intercourse with a victim under 13.
◦Washington Attorney General Nick Brown boasts that “state or local law enforcement” will not be utilized “for immigration enforcement actions.”
• In Los Angeles, California, immigration authorities arrested a Mexican national convicted of rape (who had an order of removal from 1996).
◦Mayor Karen Bass says “no one should live in fear due to their immigration status.”
• In New York City, New York, immigration authorities arrested a Chinese national convicted of murder.
◦Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez reminds illegal immigrants to “protect” themselves: “Do not open your door.”
President Trump Takes Decisive Action to Deliver Relief to Kentucky
President Donald J. Trump granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the Commonwealth of Kentucky on Monday following severe storms and flooding.
The President’s action will make federal funding available for individuals in impacted areas. The assistance can include grants for temporary housing and other programs to help individuals and businesses recover. Federal funding will also be made available to the Commonwealth, local governments, and certain nonprofit organizations.
Acting FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton: “President Trump clearly understands that when Americans are in need, we all have to act together. Starting with his decisive action on February 16 that allowed us to activate search and rescue assets and other emergency efforts to save lives to his major declaration, I know the people of Kentucky value his leadership which will now open up the full suite of FEMA support to those impacted.”
Kush Desai, Deputy White House Press Secretary: “In response to the tragic loss of life and destruction gripping Kentucky, President Trump has issued a Major Disaster Declaration to ensure that Kentucky gets the support it needs. In addition to our and the nation’s prayers, the Trump Administration is committed to marshaling every resource that Kentucky needs to save lives, rebuild communities, and emerge stronger in the face of tragedy.”
Governor Andy Beshear said: “We are thankful to President Trump and his administration for approving this funding. This support will be a big help for our families and communities as they recover and rebuild from yet another terrible storm.”
Congressman Hal Rogers said: “I’m grateful for President Trump’s expedited Major Disaster Declaration for Kentucky, which includes public assistance and individual assistance for ten counties.”
President Trump’s approval of a Major Disaster Declaration on Monday follows the initial emergency declaration last week. Governor Beshear noted that President Trump has “responded to all of our requests — turned around the declaration of emergency about as quickly as I’ve ever seen.”
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