Enforcement of immigration laws
How strictly and by what means immigration laws are enforced inside the country, including checks on whether workers may legally hold jobs.
What they call for
DemocratsRepublicans22 new members addressed this issue. Many call for more than one thing.
Enforce immigration laws
19 members“I’m fighting back against the Trump Administration’s reckless immigration policies that undermine our values and create chaos instead of solutions. Maryland families expect the government to do two things at once: keep our communities safe and live up to America’s values. We can and must do both. That means restoring order at the border, enforcing the law fairly, and modernizing a broken immigration system so it works for our economy and our security.”View on their website ↗
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”View on their website ↗
“America is a nation built by immigrants, however we must enforce the rule of law.”View on their website ↗
“We must continue to secure our borders and oppose any measures that weaken enforcement or prioritize non-citizens over American safety.”View on their website ↗
“He’s led the fight to crack down on illegal immigration at the state level and put a stop to sanctuary policies.”View on their website ↗
“Houston has led the charge at the state level to revamp immigration laws to crack down on those who are here illegally. His legislation ensured total cooperation with ICE so immigration authorities know when law enforcement comes into contact with an illegal alien.”View on their website ↗
“But we also need a system that enforces the law and secures our borders.”View on their website ↗
“Charlie supports enforcing America’s immigration laws, providing Border Patrol with the personnel, technology, infrastructure, and resources necessary to do its job, and stopping illegal drugs, human trafficking, and criminals from entering the country.”View on their website ↗
“Killin also highlights her immigration policy: creating a system that keeps people safe by enforcing the law, deporting dangerous criminals, and treating people fairly.”View on their website ↗
“So I’ll start: Joe Biden completely failed us on the border. As a former military police officer, I know keeping people safe means enforcing the law. We need a secure border to deport dangerous criminals And an immigration system that keeps us safe, enforces the law, and treats people fairly.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border, Enforce the Law”View on their website ↗
“I strongly believe we need major improvements to our immigration system. We need to streamline the process to ensure cases are handled efficiently and fairly. A system that takes years to reach a decision does not serve anyone. We can secure the border, enforce the law, and uphold our values at the same time.”View on their website ↗
“Secure Border. Orderly Immigration. Stop the cartels, enforce the law, and protect legal immigration and commerce”View on their website ↗
“That is why Lamb believes Congress must finally do what it has avoided for years: pass legislation that permanently secures the border and restores enforcement of existing immigration laws.”View on their website ↗
“He argued that Congress must pass permanent immigration reforms that strengthen border security, improve enforcement, and prevent future administrations from reversing successful policies.”View on their website ↗
“Lamb argued that these consequences are the result of federal policy choices and that Washington has a responsibility to protect American citizens, enforce the law and preserve opportunity for the next generation.”View on their website ↗
“America is a nation of laws and a nation built by people who believe in hard work. We can respect legal immigration while insisting that our borders are secure, our laws are enforced and our government remains accountable to the citizens it serves.”View on their website ↗
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“In the Senate, Barry will be a champion for border security and immigration enforcement.”View on their website ↗
“Secure the Border and Enforce Immigration Laws”View on their website ↗
“Enforce the law, secure the border, respect the Constitution.”View on their website ↗
“it cannot be the case that the letter of the law, like what we have inscribed into law, is not ‘come and go as you please. You come here illegally, and we cannot do anything about it.’ That cannot be the case. That is a nonsensical position.”View on their website ↗
“The law on the books cannot be, ‘come and go,’ and the law on the books cannot be, ‘have as much weed as you want.’ I do not think that is a reasonable approach. That being said, it is up to enforcers to decide, within their discretion, how to enforce it, and I hope that they will do that with wisdom.”View on their website ↗
“I'll stand with President Trump to secure our border, enforce our immigration laws and deport those who are here illegally.”View on their website ↗
“America must have strong borders. Jim will fight to finish the wall, enforce immigration laws, and stop the flood of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs pouring into our communities.”View on their website ↗
“As a West Tennessee State Senator, Brent has already shown he can deliver real conservative results — strengthening immigration enforcement, cracking down on revolving-door bail policies, holding progressive prosecutors accountable, and standing with law enforcement.”View on their website ↗
“In the Tennessee Senate, Brent led on immigration enforcement by sponsoring the law requiring sheriffs to honor ICE detainers and cracking down on human smuggling.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, he will fight to finish the border wall, restore strong enforcement, deport criminal illegal immigrants, end sanctuary policies, and strengthen cooperation among federal, state, and local law enforcement so Tennessee families are protected.”View on their website ↗
“Every nation has the right to secure its borders, enforce its laws, and put its citizens first. Strong immigration enforcement protects American communities, preserves our national identity, and strengthens the rule of law. Citizens must come first in their own country.”View on their website ↗
“Strict enforcement of immigration laws”View on their website ↗
“We deserve a functional immigration system that keeps our borders secure and enforces our laws and simplifies the path to citizenship – two goals that are not mutually exclusive.”View on their website ↗
“In Congress, Jace Yarbrough will support President Trump and work with ICE & DHS leadership to ensure they have the resources that they need to continue protecting our communities from criminal illegal aliens.”View on their website ↗
Enforce immigration laws strictly
5 members“He’s led the fight to crack down on illegal immigration at the state level and put a stop to sanctuary policies.”View on their website ↗
“Houston has led the charge at the state level to revamp immigration laws to crack down on those who are here illegally. His legislation ensured total cooperation with ICE so immigration authorities know when law enforcement comes into contact with an illegal alien.”View on their website ↗
“His firsthand experience has made him a strong advocate for secure borders and stronger immigration enforcement policies.”View on their website ↗
“Barry believes there should be zero tolerance for illegal immigration.”View on their website ↗
“As a West Tennessee State Senator, Brent has already shown he can deliver real conservative results — strengthening immigration enforcement, cracking down on revolving-door bail policies, holding progressive prosecutors accountable, and standing with law enforcement.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, he will fight to finish the border wall, restore strong enforcement, deport criminal illegal immigrants, end sanctuary policies, and strengthen cooperation among federal, state, and local law enforcement so Tennessee families are protected.”View on their website ↗
“Every nation has the right to secure its borders, enforce its laws, and put its citizens first. Strong immigration enforcement protects American communities, preserves our national identity, and strengthens the rule of law. Citizens must come first in their own country.”View on their website ↗
“Strict enforcement of immigration laws”View on their website ↗
Enforce immigration laws fairly, with respect for rights and dignity
5 members“I’m fighting back against the Trump Administration’s reckless immigration policies that undermine our values and create chaos instead of solutions. Maryland families expect the government to do two things at once: keep our communities safe and live up to America’s values. We can and must do both. That means restoring order at the border, enforcing the law fairly, and modernizing a broken immigration system so it works for our economy and our security.”View on their website ↗
“I believe in a safe, secure border and immigration enforcement–but under a new organizational structure that puts basic human dignity and deference to the rule of law first.”View on their website ↗
“Killin also highlights her immigration policy: creating a system that keeps people safe by enforcing the law, deporting dangerous criminals, and treating people fairly.”View on their website ↗
“So I’ll start: Joe Biden completely failed us on the border. As a former military police officer, I know keeping people safe means enforcing the law. We need a secure border to deport dangerous criminals And an immigration system that keeps us safe, enforces the law, and treats people fairly.”View on their website ↗
“I strongly believe we need major improvements to our immigration system. We need to streamline the process to ensure cases are handled efficiently and fairly. A system that takes years to reach a decision does not serve anyone. We can secure the border, enforce the law, and uphold our values at the same time.”View on their website ↗
“Enforce the law, secure the border, respect the Constitution.”View on their website ↗
End sanctuary policies and require local cooperation with ICE
3 members“He’s led the fight to crack down on illegal immigration at the state level and put a stop to sanctuary policies.”View on their website ↗
“Houston has led the charge at the state level to revamp immigration laws to crack down on those who are here illegally. His legislation ensured total cooperation with ICE so immigration authorities know when law enforcement comes into contact with an illegal alien.”View on their website ↗
“Support legislation holding sanctuary jurisdictions legally accountable for non-cooperation with ICE”View on their website ↗
“Drawing from his experience as Sheriff of Pinal County, Mark Lamb explains that communities where local officers work alongside federal partners generally experience safer and more organized enforcement operations. By sharing intelligence, coordinating arrests, and planning operations together, agencies reduce risks for officers, suspects, and the public. Lamb contrasts that approach with jurisdictions that discourage or prohibit cooperation with ICE, arguing those policies often create more dangerous situations during enforcement operations.”View on their website ↗
“But public safety should never require law enforcement to operate with one hand tied behind its back. When elected officials prevent sheriffs and deputies from sharing information with federal authorities about criminal offenders, they are putting politics ahead of common sense. The first responsibility of government is to protect its citizens. Any policy that makes it harder to identify, detain, and remove dangerous criminals deserves serious scrutiny.”View on their website ↗
“In the Tennessee Senate, Brent led on immigration enforcement by sponsoring the law requiring sheriffs to honor ICE detainers and cracking down on human smuggling.”View on their website ↗
“In Washington, he will fight to finish the border wall, restore strong enforcement, deport criminal illegal immigrants, end sanctuary policies, and strengthen cooperation among federal, state, and local law enforcement so Tennessee families are protected.”View on their website ↗
Require employers to use E-Verify
2 members“Fix our broken immigration system. He’ll expand legal visa pathways, streamline hiring for trusted employers, and protect American wages with E-Verify.”View on their website ↗
“Require E-Verify nationwide”View on their website ↗
Raised the issue without a specific call
1 member“Jake praised the Trump administration’s reduction in border crossings, criticized the Trump administration’s overreach on immigration enforcement in Minnesota, criticized the Biden administration’s lax approach to the border and enforcement, and pointed to the need to create more legal pathways to citizenship.”View on their website ↗
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