The Justice Department has issued a memo instructing federal prosecutors to investigate state and local officials who obstruct immigration law enforcement as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration. This memo emphasizes the need for compliance with federal immigration orders and establishes a proactive stance against non-compliance. It marks a significant shift from the previous administration's approach to immigration enforcement, highlighting the Trump administration's focus on a strict legal framework to ensure border security and the removal of illegal aliens.
"Federal law prohibits state and local actors from resisting, obstructing and otherwise failing to comply with lawful immigration-related commands and requests," the memo states.
The memo instructs prosecutors to investigate any instances where state and local officials obstruct federal immigration initiatives, marking a shift in priorities under Trump's administration.
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