In response to Donald Trump's immigration crackdown in 2017, Gavin Newsom championed sanctuary policies to protect undocumented immigrants. He criticized the Democratic Party for lacking courage on this issue. However, as Trump re-emerges with threats of mass deportations, Newsom and other California Democrats have moderated their rhetoric, avoiding terms like "sanctuary" and focusing on maintaining existing protections instead of expanding them. This shift reflects strategic caution, especially given Trump’s renewed promises and the potential consequences for federal funding during California's disaster recovery efforts.
In 2017, faced with President Donald Trump's threat to crack down on illegal immigration, Gavin Newsom urged his fellow Democrats to fight back with "sanctuary policies" aimed to shield immigrants in the country without authorization from deportations.
But the once-vocal Trump critic has now grown quieter: As Trump again promises sweeping deportations, Newsom has avoided the word "sanctuary" after frequently evoking it during Trump's first term.
Newsom is among many prominent California Democrats taking a more muted tone on immigration while working to preserve existing protections for immigrants.
Their reluctance comes as Trump returns to the White House more determined and experienced to fulfill his campaign promises.
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