The North Carolina General Assembly on Nov. 20 overturned a gubernatorial veto to require all 100 sheriffs to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Raids by ICE enforcement that captured so much media attention Thursday may pale by comparison to the litigation possibilities opened by a bill from a North Carolina senator. Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities would permit victims,

The bill will be considered by the U.S. House of Representatives this week before heading to President Trump to be signed into law.

North Carolina lawmakers introduced legislation in Congress Wednesday that would allow the victims of felonies committed by undocumented immigrants to sue cities, counties, and states that did not comply with ICE deportation orders.

A Senate Republican is launching a new bid to make it deportable to assault a law enforcement officer, as similar bills pick up bipartisan support in Congress.

The legislation comes as the White House directs federal prosecutors to investigate state or local officials interfering with Trump's immigration crackdown.

North Carolina Senator Ted Budd released a staement regarding the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) withdrawing their amendment proposal to their North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule.

The House has passed a bill to require the detainment of unauthorized migrants accused of theft and violent crimes. The Laken Riley Act would be the first law for Trump to sign.

Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) released a statement after the U.S. Senate passed the Laken Riley Act. He and Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) led the introduction of the bill on Jan. 7.

Eroding North Carolina of criminals, in particular those who entered the country illegally and then broke more laws, continues to get a push from lawmakers in the Republican Party, the president, and forecast soon ICE.

The bill includes provisions introduced by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) mandating the detention of individuals charged with crimes causing death or serious bodily harm. An amendment by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) adds mandatory detention for those who assault law enforcement officers.

The House voted 263 to 156 to approve the Laken Riley act, sending the measure to Trump for his signature. The measure would make it easier for federal immigration officials to detain and deport those without legal status who are charged with specific crimes.