The state of Maryland has barred county sheriffs from entering into 287(g) agreements with federal immigration authorities. Wicomico County Sheriff Michael Lewis opposed the measure, while his colleague in Pennsylvania, Bucks County Sheriff Danny Ceisler, has unilaterally ended his agency’s cooperation with ICE. Both law enforcement officials join “On Balance” to share their views. #Crime #Immigration #ICE "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
Former President Obama posted a statement in response to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, calling on ICE and the government to work with state and local officials. But Batya Ungar-Sargon says the former president has it “backwards,” and that it’s state officials who should be working with ICE.
AI:Batya Ungar-Sargon criticizes Barack Obama for his recent statement regarding the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, arguing that the former president's call for federal agencies like ICE to cooperate with local authorities is fundamentally backwards; instead, she asserts that it should be the responsibility of state and local officials to coordinate with ICE rather than resisting law enforcement efforts.Open
Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, a Republican, tells “Morning in America” that President Donald Trump directly speaking with state and local officials is a “welcome breakthrough.” But further cooperation and dealmaking will likely prove more difficult, he warns. #Minneapolis #Minnesota #Immigration Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
AI:Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty expressed optimism regarding President Donald Trump's direct communication with state and local officials as a "welcome breakthrough," though he warned that achieving further cooperation and dealmaking may prove difficult.Open
