Law-abiding citizens deserve to see individuals who break
our laws--not only by entering and residing in our country illegally,
but by committing crimes once here--to be removed. This rule provides for the consideration of legislation to strengthen
the rule of law and to protect our neighbors and communities. It demands that jurisdictions comply with our Nation's immigration
laws and enforcement or face penalties. Today we can take action to turn off the spigot of Federal funds to
those jurisdictions that obstruct ICE efforts at the expense of
Americans. We demonstrate that Members of this House will not sit idly
by while sanctuary cities continue flouting the laws of our land with
impunity. We strengthen our detainer policy, enable ICE to do its job,
and, at the same time, help protect our communities. Mr.
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