Immigration Bill Cracks Down on Cities

Politico: A bill unveiled today by Rep. Lou Barletta (R-Penn.) would slash federal funding for cities whose local law enforcement don't enforce immigration laws. The legislation, the "Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities Act," would crack down on more than a hundred American cities, Barletta said during a press conference today. "Local officials who choose not to enforce immigration laws are aiding illegal immigrants," Barletta said. "My bill makes sure that sanctuary cities no longer get federal money as long as federal officials ignore federal law." The approach is in stark contrast to recent White House efforts to get Congress to take up comprehensive reform. Barletta became a national media figure in the midst of the 2007 immigration debate due to his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration as the mayor of Hazelton, Penn.