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Rep. Burgess Owens Introduces Bill to Counter Migrant Relocation, Allow Retaliation by Republican-Run States

Aug 2, 2024, 03:38 PM

Sanctuary cities, such as Denver, have been sending migrants to non-sanctuary cities like Salt Lake City, causing strain on resources in these areas. In response, Rep. Burgess Owens has introduced a new bill aimed at cutting off funding and closing loopholes that allow this practice. The bill proposes that non-sanctuary cities and states could retaliate against sanctuary cities that have shipped out migrants to Republican-run jurisdictions. This move comes as part of a broader effort to address the consequences of sanctuary city policies and manage the impact on non-sanctuary areas, including Massachusetts and Utah. The Biden-Harris administration's open border agenda has been cited as a contributing factor to the crisis.