Illinois Governor JB Pritzker defends state's sanctuary policies during hearing before GOP lawmakers, criticizes border state governors for political stunts with illegal immigrants. Pritzker emphasizes efforts to support immigrants while maintaining public safety and reducing violent crime.
Key Points
Pritzker emphasizes state's efforts to process new arrivals and provide support
Highlights investment in law enforcement and decrease in violent crime
Reaffirms intolerance for violent criminals, documented or undocumented
Pros
Defending state's policies to support immigrants
Investing in public safety and law enforcement
Efforts to reduce violent crime under his stewardship
Cons
Criticism of border state governors for political stunts with illegal immigrants