United States Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) joined Governor Ferguson in responding to a recently received letter from U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi.
On Tuesday, Governor Ferguson (D-WA) held a press conference to respond to a letter sent by Attorney General Bondi regarding state immigration policy.
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According to Governor Ferguson’s office, Attorney General Bondi’s letter “demands Washington change its laws and policies protecting immigrants and limiting law enforcement’s ability to use state resources toward federal immigration enforcement.”
The Governor’s Office said her letter incudes threats of criminal prosecution.
“Let me be very clear, Washington state will not be bullied by threats and legally baseless accusations,” Gov. Ferguson said during the press conference.
Senator Cantwell later issued the following statement:
“Our limited state and local law enforcement resources are needed to fight violent crime and fentanyl. Washington law prioritizes public safety and provides due process. The Trump administration should stop threatening states and focus on upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution.”
Governor Ferguson said his staff will be prepared for any or all actions taken by the federal government.
