SACRAMENTO — In response to recent violent incidents involving federal agents in Los Angeles, California Assembly Republicans have put forth a resolution urging the repeal of the state’s “Sanctuary State” laws. These laws currently restrict cooperation with federal immigration authorities, which Republicans argue jeopardizes public safety.
The events that prompted this resolution occurred on June 6th, when federal officers were reportedly assaulted by groups while conducting immigration enforcement activities. Republican leaders assert that such attacks are a direct outcome of policies that they believe limit law enforcement’s effectiveness and encourage disorder.
Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher from East Nicolaus stated, “Federal officers were violently attacked in the streets of Los Angeles for doing their job—and Gavin Newsom’s policies helped create the conditions that allowed it to happen.” He criticized Governor Newsom’s sanctuary state policies, claiming they complicate law enforcement efforts and contribute to unrest.
Assemblyman Stan Ellis from Bakersfield also expressed his concerns: “Democrats in the Capitol talk a big game about safety, but their actions say otherwise,” he said. He emphasized that the issue extends beyond a single incident and is indicative of what he considers a flawed policy approach endangering Californians.
The Republican resolution not only condemns the assaults on June 6th but also calls upon Governor Newsom and Democratic legislators to reverse policies hindering state and local law enforcement collaboration with federal immigration officials.
