ABS76-Appeals Court SHUTS DOWN Newsom s ICE Restriction Law - The Andrew Branca Show

California's ambitious attempt to restrict ICE operations has met a decisive roadblock as the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals delivers a unanimous 3-0 ruling against Governor Gavin Newsom's No Vigilantes Act. This landmark decision reinforces the federal supremacy in immigration enforcement, asserting that state laws attempting to regulate federal agencies are unconstitutional. The court highlights that penalties faced by ICE agents under California law, such as mandatory identification and criminal prosecution for non-compliance, directly interfere with federal governance, leading to a swift enjoining of Section 10 of the law. It’s a pivotal moment for immigration policy, uncovering the limits of state power over national enforcement. As discussions unfold around the implications of the Supremacy Clause, the ruling raises critical questions regarding California’s broader legal strategies against federal immigration enforcement. The implications are far-reaching, affecting how states may navigate their own regulations in a federal framework. This episode dives deep into the nuances of the Ninth Circuit’s decision, the legal standing of laws like SB 805, and how the ongoing tug-of-war between state and federal authority continues to shape the political landscape. Is this a mere legal setback for Governor Newsom and state Democrats, or a fundamental challenge to their approach in dealing with federal immigration policy? Join us as we unravel this complex legal battle and explore what it means for the future of immigration enforcement in the United States.

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