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Cities cannot ignore federal law due to lack of funding for enforcement. A nearby city faced economic decline after implementing similar policies. The federal government must enforce laws, but the current administration has failed to provide necessary funding. Biden would not allow cities to ignore federal law.

The speaker urges the council to vote against giving $51 million to migrants from opioid settlement funds. They advocate for the money to be used in their neighborhood for issues like violence, addiction, and homelessness. The speaker emphasizes the long-standing tax contributions of their community and the urgent need for support. They call on the council to prioritize local needs over external aid.

This election cycle did not meet expectations. In response to Trump's immigration policies, Frederick Mayor Michael O'Connor plans to allocate funds in the local budget for a legal advocacy fund to assist undocumented immigrants with attorney fees during deportation battles. O'Connor aims to support organizations already providing these services, though the exact amount is still undecided. Some residents support the initiative's goal but oppose using tax dollars for it, preferring funds to benefit American citizens. Others argue that breaking the law should not be funded by taxpayers, expressing concerns about the potential financial burden on Frederick, which may not be able to afford such costs.

A $51 million allocation for migrants in Chicago sparked controversy, particularly among some Black residents. They argued the funds should instead address the long-standing needs of Chicago's Black community. The proposal faced vocal opposition during a city council meeting, leading to police escorting individuals out and Mayor Brandon Johnson requesting a brief recess. Despite the controversy, city officials expressed commitment to addressing the needs of both the unhoused population and newly arriving migrants through dedicated revenue streams. Some felt money should be allocated for Black children and the Black community. 34 aldermen ultimately voted for the $51 million allocation.

The speaker asks if cities should be allowed to ignore federal law regarding reporting illegal immigrants and provide sanctuary. Speaker 1 claims cities ignore federal law due to lack of federal funding for enforcement. They cite a city that imposed similar sanctions, resulting in economic decline with stores closing, leading to a policy change. The speaker asserts the federal government has been derelict in not funding the requirements needed to enforce existing law. The speaker asks Biden if he would allow cities to ignore federal law. Biden answers, "No."

We do not enforce immigration laws based on individuals' immigration status, a practice we've maintained for 50 years. Moving forward, I aim to reassure the community, which is understandably anxious due to recent rhetoric. Our primary mission is to protect everyone in our communities. Engaging in immigration enforcement or roundups would undermine that mission.

The speaker states that because they are in a sanctuary city, they do not report illegal immigrants. They claim to have released a double homicide suspect because of this policy. The speaker says someone came to pick up $320,000 from their grandparents and is working their way through it. The speaker is asked to take seriously that someone is repeating an offense while being illegal. The person is reportedly in Chinatown, New York.

AOC is doing webinars that give advice to undocumented immigrants about how to avoid being caught and how to stay in the United States, which may be gaming the system. I've contacted the Deputy Attorney General to see if this is obstructing law enforcement. I need the DOJ to determine if a line has been crossed. In my opinion, this is an impediment. We need advice on how to move forward. If necessary, we will take every federal dollar out of the city. This is a matter of public and community safety. Releasing dangerous people endangers the public, our officers, and even undocumented immigrants. If sanctuary cities won't act to make their communities safer, President Trump will.

Cities ignore federal law on reporting illegal immigrants due to lack of federal funding for enforcement. A city near the speaker's state faced negative consequences, such as store closures, when they imposed similar sanctions. The speaker emphasizes the need for a federal government that can enforce laws and criticizes the current administration for not funding law enforcement requirements. When asked if he would allow cities to ignore federal law, Biden responds with a clear "no."

The speaker states they are consistent in their policies regarding immigration, both before and after Trump's election. They believe the federal government must handle immigration and that open borders would cost cities $7.5 billion. As a lifelong law enforcement official, the speaker maintains that public safety is a prerequisite to prosperity and that the federal government is constitutionally responsible for immigration. They argue against shifting responsibility to cities, regardless of who is president. When asked if they are okay with the Trump administration's handling of immigration, the speaker reiterates that the entire federal government must focus on immigration. They emphasize the positive contributions of immigrants to the city and that mayors should not have to manage the issue. The speaker avoids a direct yes or no answer, maintaining consistency in their stance.

Hello, friends. Recently, a Trump official issued a memorandum threatening local law enforcement with jail time if they don’t cooperate with federal immigration officials. However, there is no law requiring local officials to do so. Our state's resources should focus on state matters, not federal immigration enforcement. Local law enforcement should not act as agents for the Trump administration, which has previously lost in court trying to coerce states. I have no fear of the Trump administration. We will prioritize our state’s business and will not interfere with federal operations, but we will not carry out their demands. Thank you.

In the exchange, Speaker 0 recounts feedback from “real Chicagoans,” describing them as mostly Black and Brown, and claims they tell him that the other person does not seem to know the difference between illegal aliens and real Chicago citizens. He asserts that these individuals feel the other person is siding with illegal aliens over their communities. He then pivots to a direct line of questioning. The real question, as Speaker 0 presents it, concerns a violent incident: “An illegal alien from Nicaragua grabbed a woman on the North Side, bashed her head into the sidewalk, knocked her unconscious, and raped her.” He presses for a direct response about what would have happened “if that had been your wife, Stacy.” He stages the hypothetical to elicit a clear stance from Speaker 1 on how to respond to such a crime and its immigration context. Speaker 1, however, interrupts to steer the conversation away from the loaded scenario. He repeatedly signals a move on, indicating a preference not to engage with the hypothetical or to answer the pointed ethical dilemma on the spot. The back-and-forth centers on the tactic of addressing the question versus avoiding it, with Speaker 0 insisting on a straightforward answer “as a man, not as mayor, but as a man.” The exchange escalates as Speaker 0 urges Speaker 1 to provide a simple yes or no and to address the issue directly, effectively challenging Speaker 1 to commit to a position regarding ICE and deportation in light of the described crime. Speaker 1 responds by again stating to move on, resisting the direct yes/no framework. Throughout, Speaker 0 persists in pressing for a candid, personal response to the hypothetical crime and its immigration implications, while Speaker 1 maintains a boundary about continuing the discussion in that moment. Ultimately, Speaker 1 declines to answer the specific deportation question in the moment, and Speaker 0 reaffirms the demand for a direct personal answer. The segment ends with Speaker 1 thanking the audience and moving on, leaving the explicit yes-or-no question unresolved in this exchange.

Cities ignore federal law on reporting illegal immigrants because there is no federal funding for enforcement. A city near Speaker 1's state tried similar sanctions, but it led to negative consequences like store closures. The problem lies in the lack of federal government enforcement and funding. The current administration has failed to provide the necessary resources to enforce existing laws. When asked if he would allow cities to ignore federal law, Biden responds with a clear "no."

The mayor addressed the city council's push for an investigation into whether the NYPD shared sealed records with ICE, potentially violating local law. The mayor stated the city does not collaborate with agencies on civil enforcement, as the law prohibits it, but does collaborate on criminal enforcement. The mayor expressed disappointment that the city council is focusing on investigating collaboration instead of advocating for going after those who commit serious crimes against New Yorkers, migrants, and asylum seekers. The mayor reiterated the city's focus should be on protecting innocent New Yorkers and that they do not collaborate on civil enforcement. The mayor stated ICE is not a criminal organization, but a federal law enforcement organization, and the city will use them to protect innocent people.

Mayor Wu, does ICE arresting a child rapist threaten everyone's safety? No. Does ICE arresting a murderous MS-13 gang member threaten everyone's safety? No. I'd like to point out that you, Mayor Michelle Wu, have said that ICE's efforts actually threaten the safety of everyone. You're a hypocrite.

Speaker 0 opened by saying that over the last week he has interacted with over 300,000 plus real Chicagoans who say it is hate speech to evoke the Civil War or the Confederacy, to say that law enforcement is a sickness, while the other person has over 150 sworn CPD officers on his detail. He asked what the other person would say to those people and whether he would ask his 150 sworn officers to stand down if he and his wife Stacy are ever attacked, shot at, or rammed with a protester’s vehicle. Speaker 1 responded with sarcasm about the large number, joking that the interactions had “gone down to 300,000,” and claimed he had checked the other person’s comments. He asserted that the addiction on jails and incarceration and the addiction of militarism is evil, referencing Doctor King, and said it is incumbent to ensure that “the real Chicagoans” or the real people of America receive attention, suggesting we should spend billions of dollars overseas on the people in Chicago instead. Speaker 0 pushed back, saying that the real Chicagoans he talks to, mostly Black and Brown, feel that the other person does not distinguish between illegal aliens and real Chicago citizens, and that he is siding with illegal aliens over communities. He asserted that a recent incident involved “an illegal alien from Nicaragua” who grabbed a woman on the North Side, bashed her head into the sidewalk, knocked her unconscious, and raped her. He asked whether, if that had been the other person’s wife, Stacy, he would want ICE to deport that illegal alien, and asked for a yes or no answer. Speaker 1 pressed to get a direct answer, asking for a response “as a man, not as mayor,” and repeated the question about whether ICE should deport the rapist. Speaker 0 reiterated his question and stated that the answer for real Chicagoans is the deportation of the rapist, and that was the “answer for real Chicagoans.” Speaker 1 then apologized for being late, blaming traffic, and the other person quipped about the traffic, noting, “You’re not blaming me for the traffic, are you?” and said he had been watching.

Mary Andy Ginther addresses residents to discuss the increase in federal immigration law enforcement activity in the city. She states that while the city cannot prevent federal agents from being present, it does not discriminate against any residents based on immigration status. She says, “Do not obstruct federal law enforcement activity,” but if you see something you don’t think is right or interacting with law enforcement officials, it’s okay to record that conversation on your phone. She also emphasizes that residents should continue to feel safe to call Columbus police and 911. Ginther reassures residents that “Our police will not be used to carry out these operations.” She outlines rights and practical guidance for interacting with authorities. She instructs residents to create a safety plan with their family and loved ones, to carry identification or documentation of their status, and to stay calm and truthful when interacting with law enforcement. She reminds people, “Remember, you have the right to remain silent,” and advises memorizing the phone number of someone they can call if they need help. She reiterates that Columbus is already safe without federal intervention and urges residents to take care of one another. Ginther closes by noting that community leaders see and support you, expressing gratitude with “Thank you.”

Are you assuring us that none of this money will be used to defend criminal illegal immigrants facing deportation? As a budget staffer, I can only tell you what the grant is for; I can't guarantee that. What activities do you anticipate these nonprofit groups will undertake with the grants? Will tax dollars be used to defend illegal immigrants from deportation? I’m not certain about that; I would have to defer. If the deportation hearing is under criminal jurisdiction, the equal access fund is for civil matters. So, you're assuring us this money won't be used for deportation defense? These funds are for civil legal proceedings only. Is deportation not a civil proceeding? This is tone deaf, especially when residents are still without homes. We should focus on wildfire recovery and prevention. Please take this back to the governor.

The president signed an executive order this week threatening to defund sanctuary cities. The speaker questions why the leaders of these cities, who are allegedly harboring and shielding illegal aliens and terrorists from deportation, are not arrested instead.

Speaker 0 claims real Chicagoans, mostly black and brown, say you don’t distinguish between illegal aliens and real Chicago citizens and that you side with the illegal aliens over them in their communities. The real question: I don’t know how to make it any more direct. An illegal alien from Nicaragua grabbed a woman on the North Side Was it question? Bashed her head into the sidewalk, knocked her unconscious, and raped her. If that had been your wife, Stacy Okay. We're not gonna answer it. Would you want ICE to deport her? Let's move on. Answer the question as a man, not as mayor. Would you call Thanks. My man. To the fourth back rapist. Mayor. That's the answer for real Chicago. Mayor, sorry for being late. The traffic's bad. Maybe the beds could help. You're not blaming me for the traffic, are you? It there.

The speaker states that because they are in a sanctuary city, they do not report illegal immigrants. They claim to have released a double homicide suspect due to this policy. The speaker says someone came to pick up $320,000 from their grandparents and is working their way through it. The speaker is asked to call ICE but refuses, citing the sanctuary city status. They are asked to take seriously that someone is repeating an offense while being illegal. The person is reportedly in Chinatown, New York.

Speaker 0 raises the question of whether cities should be allowed to ignore federal law regarding reporting of illegal immigrants and effectively provide sanctuary to immigrants. Speaker 1 responds by explaining that cities ignore federal law because there is no funding at the federal level to support the kind of enforcement required. He references the New York Times, noting that a city near his state implemented similar sanctions and subsequently experienced adverse effects—“their city went in the dumpster,” with stores closing and other consequences—leading to a policy reversal. He argues that the underlying issue is the need for a federal government capable of enforcing laws and asserts that the administration has been fundamentally derelict in not funding the requirements needed to enforce the existing laws. Speaker 0 follows up with a direct question to Senator Biden: yes or no—“Would you allow the cities to ignore the federal law?” Speaker 1 answers: No. Speaker 0 closes with a brief, informal remark: “You okay.”

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is threatening to arrest ICE agents if they try to deport undocumented migrants. He emphasizes his commitment to protect the people of Chicago from what he sees as threats from the current administration. Johnson argues that targeting undocumented individuals undermines public accommodations and poses a risk to civility and democracy. He asserts that these individuals are part of the community and vows to take action to safeguard them.

Speaker 1, the mayor of New York City, dismisses concerns that the city's sanctuary policy is attracting more people to cross the border. He believes that New York City has always been a sanctuary city and has managed those who come seeking the American dream. However, he acknowledges the growing issue of migrants coming through the southern border and entering the city. He warns that this will have a significant impact on every community and service in the city, as they are facing a $12 billion deficit. The mayor calls on the community to take action and stop the destruction of New York City, as the problem will affect everyone. The blame game between different boroughs is not a solution.

"Would you allow these cities to ignore the federal law regarding the reporting of illegal immigrants and in fact provide sanctuary to these immigrants?" "The reason the cities ignore the federal law is the fact that there is no funding at the federal level to provide for the kind of enforcement at the federal level you need." "Pick up the New York Times today. There's a city not far across the river from my state that imposed a similar sanctions." "And what they found out is, as a consequence of that, their city went in the dumps in in the dumpster. Stores started closing." "Everything started to happen, and they changed the policy."