Larry Elder on Trump vs. Obama ICE Deportations and Sanctuary Cities

Contrasting ICE Deportation Strategies

• 💡 Obama's ICE director explained that during his tenure, ICE had easier access to jails and prisons for locating undocumented immigrants.
• 🎯 This access meant ICE didn't need to conduct as many public street operations, leading to less visible enforcement.
• 🔑 The Obama administration also saw the explosion of sanctuary cities and states, which began during his term.
• 🚀 In contrast, the Trump administration faced challenges with millions more undocumented immigrants entering the country, and ICE had less access to correctional facilities.

Sanctuary Jurisdictions and Enforcement

• ⚠️ The proliferation of sanctuary jurisdictions under Obama is highlighted as a key factor in the differing enforcement landscapes.
• ⚡ This created a situation where ICE had to operate differently compared to the Obama years.
• 📌 The current administration is dealing with the influx of millions of undocumented immigrants, further complicating ICE operations.

Political Commentary on Eric Swalwell

• 🧠 Larry Elder dismisses Eric Swalwell's statements, labeling him as a