Rep. Brian Jack Questions Sanctuary State Governors on Immigration Policies

US Code and Illegal Immigration

• 📜 Governor Walls acknowledges that improper entry into the US is an illegal and enforceable act according to US Code.
• ✅ Governor Pritzker affirms that his administration follows US Code regarding improper entry.
• ⚖️ Governor Hochul states that enforcement depends on federal immigration authorities, who determine if an act is civil or criminal.

Impact of Sanctuary State Policies

• 📌 Representative Jack argues that sanctuary state policies incentivize illegal immigration, creating challenges for states like Georgia.
• 💔 He shares that constituents in his district have suffered due to illegal immigrants, citing the tragic death of Dr. Malcolm Goodchild.
• 💸 Jack also highlights the financial burden on Georgia, estimating $563 million in increased costs due to illegal immigrants.

Mayoral Directives and Law Enforcement

• 🏛️ Jack questions Governor Pritzker about Mayor Brandon Johnson's directive to Chicago police regarding cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
• 🤝 Pritzker states he supports actions that align with state and federal law, and praises the Chicago police superintendent.

Public Opinion and Immigration Policy

• 📊 Jack references exit polls and surveys suggesting a bipartisan majority of Americans trust President Trump's immigration policies and support deporting illegal aliens.
• ❓ He asks Governor Walls if his immigration record contributed to losing the vice presidency, to which Walls responds he is unfamiliar with the polls.
• 🗣️ Walls expresses frustration with the execution of immigration reform, citing examples of perceived unfairness.
• 🧠 Jack inquires about Governor Walls' awareness of President Biden's cognitive decline, which Walls states he cannot judge.