It’s time for Biden to join the resistance to Trump’s war on sanctuary cities

Los Angeles, CA — In response to Democratic presidential candidates expressing support for sanctuary cities at the debate on Sunday night, NDLON’s campaign director, SG Sarmiento, made the following statement:

“We welcome that Democrats finally discussed immigration, and we welcome Biden’s continued evolution. Now it’s time for Biden to join the resistance to Trump’s war on sanctuary cities. Today, hundreds of localities serve as a critical bulwark in the resistance against creeping fascism. Biden will have plenty of opportunities to show his commitment in the months ahead.”

Background:
Over 50 organizations have called on national leaders to engage in a serious conversation on immigration and commit to a comprehensive Migrant Justice platform that does not center around a single omnibus immigration bill. At Sunday night’s Democratic debate, the candidates were asked whether local law enforcement should transfer individuals in their custody to ICE, a demand of communities across the country. Joe Biden answered “no,” and Bernie Sanders answered “of course not.”

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