A controversial new immigration law in Texas that would allow state and local law enforcement to arrest and deport people who are in the state illegally is facing a legal battle. The Biden administration has objected to the law, stating that the federal government has the exclusive power to enforce immigration law. Court orders have temporarily allowed and then blocked the law, creating chaos and uncertainty. The law is being challenged in a federal court, with arguments from both sides being heard.
The controversial new law would allow Texas law enforcement officers and judges to arrest and deport people in the country illegally, powers that have traditionally belonged to the federal government . A whirlwind of court orders on Tuesday briefly allowed, then blocked again, a controversial new immigration law in Texas that would allow state and local law enforcement to arrest and deport people who are in the state illegally.
The Biden administration has objected to the law, known as Senate Bill 4, saying that the Constitution and legal precedent establish that the federal government has the exclusive power to enforce immigration law. While a federal court considers the merits of the law, a legal back-and-forth over whether the bill should take effect in the meantime created chaos Tuesday. For several hours, the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the law to be enforced. But then, close to midnight, a lower court put the law back on hold and scheduled a last-minute hearing on Wednesday morning. At the hearing, a three-judge panel questioned the Texas solicitor general about details of the law and heard arguments from the U.S. Department of Justice and the ACLU about why it should be struck down.that empowers state and local law enforcement agencies to enforce immigration law. Texas Republicans who championed the legislation say it's a response to the Biden administration's border policies, which they have criticized as being too permissiv
Texas Immigration Law Law Enforcement Deportation Federal Government Legal Battle
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Texas State Capitol rally sparks conversation on controversial SB 4 immigration lawAUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) -- Senate Bill 4, a controversial Texas immigration law, was at the forefront of a rally and march that took place Saturday morning at the
Baca lebih lajut »
Texas State Capitol rally sparks conversation on controversial SB 4 immigration billSenate Bill 4, a controversial Texas immigration law, was at the forefront of a rally and march that took place Saturday morning at the Texas State Capitol.
Baca lebih lajut »
Texas Republicans to Implement Controversial Immigration LawTexas Republicans are set to enforce a law that permits the detention of undocumented migrants based on their immigration status. The law, known as SB 4, has drawn criticism from Democrats and opponents who argue that it will result in racial profiling. Republicans defend the law as a response to the Biden administration's perceived failure in addressing immigration and border security.
Baca lebih lajut »
Supreme Court to weigh in on controversial Texas immigration lawJustice Samuel Alito ordered a stay on the law until Monday at 5 p.m. ET, when the law could take effect.
Baca lebih lajut »
Supreme Court extends stay on controversial Texas immigration lawJustice Samuel Alito extended a stay that had been set to expire Monday at 5 p.m. ET. The stay will now be in place indefinitely.
Baca lebih lajut »
Supreme Court blocks Texas from enforcing controversial immigration law for nowThe Supreme Court on Monday indefinitely blocked Texas from enforcing an immigration law that would allow state officials to arrest and detain people they suspect of entering the country illegally.
Baca lebih lajut »