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Washington, D.C. — The co-chairs of the Law Enforcement Immigration Task Force (LEITF) are voicing their support for the Kerrie Orozco First Responders Family Act, a bill reintroduced early this week by Reps. Don Bacon (R-Nebraska) and Dave Min (D-California). The bill would allow a surviving spouse, child or parent of a U.S. citizen first responder who died in […]
Jun 13Chief Fabian Valdez joined the Law Enforcement Immigration Task Force (LEITF) earlier this year. In this interview, Chief Valdez shares aspects of his leadership style that he hopes to promote transparency, compassion, and community-centered policing. The chief’s responses have been edited for length and clarity. What challenges did you face transitioning from the San […]
May 28Chief Robert Rodriguez joined the Law Enforcement Immigration Task Force (LEITF) earlier this year. In this interview, Chief Rodriguez shares aspects of his story and journey as a former undocumented immigrant, his path to citizenship through military service, and his career in law enforcement. The chief’s responses have been edited for length and clarity. […]
Mar 07Sheriff David Hathaway (Santa Cruz County, Arizona) testified during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing entitled, “A Country Without Borders: How Biden-Harris’ Open-Borders Policies Have Undermined Our Safety and Security.” Full testimony can be found here. Video: House Homeland Committee Hearing on How Borders Policies Affect US Safety and Security
Sep 18Congressional Testimony of Ramon Batista Chief of Police Santa Monica (California) Police Department Hearing on “The Consequences of Criminal Aliens on U.S. Communities” Before the Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement U.S. House of Representatives Washington, D.C. July 13, 2023 Watch video here. Chair McClintock, Ranking Member Jayapal, and […]
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