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Oregon among Democratic states weighing new protections for immigrants amid Trump policies


Published on 2025-01-25 16:20:37 - Oregonian
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  • Lawmakers in Democratic-led states are proposing new measures that could erect legal obstacles for federal immigration officials.

The article from OregonLive discusses how Oregon, along with other Democratic-led states, is considering legislative measures to protect immigrants in light of potential changes in federal immigration policy under a possible second Trump administration. These states are contemplating laws that would limit local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration authorities, provide legal protections for immigrants, and ensure access to public services regardless of immigration status. The moves are in response to Trump's previous policies like the "public charge" rule and his administration's aggressive deportation tactics. Oregon's legislative efforts include bills aimed at enhancing sanctuary state policies, ensuring due process, and preventing the use of state resources for immigration enforcement, reflecting a broader trend among blue states to shield immigrants from what they perceive as harsh federal policies.

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[ https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/oregon-among-democratic-states-weighing-protections-for-immigrants-amid-trump-policies.html ]
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