As the federal government shutdown stretches into its third week, Senators remain deadlocked over competing continuing resolutions (CRs). Republican Members remain committed to a “clean” CR, which would temporarily extend government funding from the previous fiscal year, while Democrats continue to push for substantial additions, including providing illegal aliens with access to public benefits.
As threats against federal immigration authorities continue to rise, the Trump administration has consistently called for an end to inflammatory rhetoric villainizing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and vowed consequences for anti-ICE violence.
Last Thursday, the Trump administration was temporarily blocked from relying on the National Guard in Chicago as part of its effort to protect federal immigration authorities. The order from U.S. District Court Judge April M. Perry will last for 14 days, pending ongoing litigation.
Democrats Push to Fund Illegal Alien Healthcare
House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) discusses the Democrat push for public benefits for illegal aliens, border security funding, and policy reforms in the 119th Congress.
On September 19, a Proclamation issued by President Trump instituted a $100,000 fee for newly issued H-1B visas. The H-1B visa program, which imports “skilled” labor into America and allows its recipients to immigrate permanently, is beloved by the anti-borders lobby who opposes any effort to stop its misuse. Medical industry lobbyists are urging the Trump administration to exempt healthcare personnel from the H-1B fee.
On October 8, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed an executive order requiring each state agency in the executive branch and the Board of Regents to use E-Verify to ensure all new employees are authorized to work in the United States. The order also compels state agencies to use the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program to confirm citizenship and immigration status prior to granting an individual a state-issued occupational or professional license.
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