California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has reached an agreement with far-left Democrats in the state Assembly to set aside $50 million in taxpayer funds to fight the Trump administration and protect illegal immigrants from deportation — in Los Angeles. Protecting illegal immigrants from deportation as death toll from fires rises. Reach 24.
newsome convened special session Shortly after President-elect Donald Trump handily defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the November election, Congress announced that the California Department of Justice (CADOJ) and other “We need to provide additional funding to these institutions,” he said.
“The freedoms we cherish in California are under attack, and we cannot stand idly by,” Newsom said. said He announced his plans on November 7th. “California has faced this challenge before, and we know how to respond. We are ready and committed to ensuring Californians have the support and resources they need to thrive.” I will do whatever it takes.”
The governor is now reached transaction State lawmakers earmarked $25 million for CADOJ to use to push back against the incoming administration, with an additional $25 million proposed by state Senate leaders to protect immigrants from deportation, detention, and wage theft. ”. politiko It was reported on Monday.
The deal will reportedly be voted on this week ahead of President Trump's inauguration next Monday, but California Republicans are focusing on the new president as Los Angeles faces devastating fires. He is criticizing Newsom.
Firefighters are still working to contain the situation. 3 fires broke out It has already burned an area “larger than San Francisco” and killed at least 24 people. washington post It was reported on Monday.
California Assembly Minority Leader James Gallagher (R) criticized Newsom on social media, calling the $50 million deal a “slush fund.”
“At a time when California should be focusing its efforts on responding to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Democratic lawmakers' priorities are hiring government lawyers to fight a hypothetical battle with the federal government and criminal illegal immigration. “The idea is to create a $50 million slush fund to protect their deportations to their home countries,” the lawmaker wrote on Sunday's X.
In particular, Senate Budget Chairman Scott Wiener (D) is pushing for: Grant Illegal immigrants have no ability to hold party leadership positions; reduce Penalties They voted in favor of Newsom's deal in cases where an adult had oral or anal sex with a minor and the age of the offender is within 10 years of the age of the victim.
“This funding agreement strengthens California's preparedness to serve as a bulwark against President Trump's extremist policies,” said Weiner, whose district includes part of San Francisco. politiko.
“Senate Democrats are committed to supporting Legal Aid Services, which best understands the needs of our communities and is best positioned to protect at scale the millions of individuals and families affected by the incoming administration’s extreme policies. We are especially proud to provide funding to our donors,” Wiener said. Added.
