EO 14287
Protecting American Communities From Criminal Aliens
ImmigrationLaw EnforcementGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order directs federal agencies to identify and penalize state and local jurisdictions that obstruct federal immigration law enforcement, known as 'sanctuary jurisdictions.' It requires the federal government to suspend or terminate federal funding to these jurisdictions, verify immigration status for federal benefits, and challenge state laws that the order claims favor immigrants over American citizens.
Key Points
- 1Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security must publish a list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' within 30 days and update it as needed
- 2Federal agencies must identify federal funds, grants, and contracts to designated sanctuary jurisdictions for suspension or termination
- 3Federal agencies must establish mechanisms to verify immigration status eligibility for individuals receiving federal public benefits in sanctuary jurisdictions
- 4Attorney General must identify and take action against state and local laws that the order characterizes as unlawfully favoring immigrants, including in-state tuition policies and sentencing practices
- 5The order asserts federal supremacy in immigration enforcement and characterizes sanctuary jurisdiction policies as violations of federal criminal law
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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