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Governor Kathy Hochul to Call ICE for Deportation of Illegal Immigrants Who Break the Law, Calls System 'Woefully Broken'

Nov 30, 2024, 05:34 PM

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced her intention to cooperate with federal immigration authorities, stating she will call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to deport illegal immigrants who break the law. Hochul emphasized her support for immigrants with legal status while expressing her commitment to assist the Trump administration in removing those with criminal backgrounds. In her remarks, she stated, "If someone breaks the law, I’ll be the first one to call up ICE and say, 'get them out of here.'" Hochul also described the current immigration system as 'woefully broken' and highlighted the need for reform. This stance marks a significant shift in her position, aligning her more closely with federal immigration enforcement policies after years of criticism regarding illegal immigration in New York.