Illinois Lt. Gov. Promotes Resources Critics Say Could Help Illegal Immigrants Evade ICE

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D) is under scrutiny after directing illegal immigrants to state-backed resources that provide guidance on navigating federal immigration enforcement.

Stratton’s instructions come as the Trump administration’s Justice Department (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against Illinois for allegedly offering in-state tuition and scholarships to illegal immigrants, potentially conflicting with federal law.

During a public address, Stratton highlighted a state-run website designed to assist illegal immigrants. “

If you or someone you love aren’t sure what resources exist for immigrants in our state, I want you to go to illinoisimmigrationinfo.org … On the front page, there’s a red button that says, ‘Learn Your Rights,’ that takes you to a complete ‘Know Your Rights’ toolkit where you can access specific guidance for different scenarios,” she said.