Twin Cities Attorney Analyzes New DOJ Directive to Prosecute Non-Compliant Immigration Law Enforcers
Minneapolis, MN — A new directive from the U.S. Department of Justice is causing a stir among law enforcement circles. The three-page federal memorandum instructs authorities to prosecute law enforcement officials who refuse to enforce immigration laws. This major policy shift emphasizes the federal government’s current stance on immigration enforcement and the consequences for non-compliance. The memo outlines specific prosecutorial actions against those who hinder the enforcement of immigration laws. This includes local and state law enforcement officials who have been known to adopt sanctuary policies, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Officials at … Read more