Graham and Blackburn propose federal funding to boost ICE cooperation in sanctuary cities
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
Graham and Blackburn propose federal funding to boost ICE cooperation in sanctuary cities
1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
The 287(g) Expansion Act would allocate $20 million annually through 2033 to incentivize states and cities to sign ICE cooperation agreements, targeting 17 states with sanctuary jurisdictions.
Jurisdictions entering these agreements would receive increased Byrne Memorial JAG grants for law enforcement personnel, equipment, and training, aiming to expand ICE partnerships nationwide.
The legislation is part of ongoing Republican efforts to dissolve sanctuary city protections amid a prolonged DHS shutdown and broader debates over immigration enforcement following the Biden administration's border policies.
Beyond federal grants, what are the hidden financial costs for cities that partner with ICE?
With billions in incentives on the table, is federal funding reshaping local policing priorities?
Does deputizing local police for immigration work actually make communities safer or create new risks?
As some states move to ban 287(g) deals, is a major legal clash with the federal government inevitable?
When residents fear calling the police, does public safety for everyone decline?