New Democratic Bill Would Abolish ICE and Shut Down DHS
Illinois Representative Delia Ramirez wants to see some functions of DHS moved to other government departments.
Illinois Representative Delia Ramirez has submitted a bill to abolish the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and replace it with a new Department of Community Safety, aimed at focusing on community safety. The legislation, known as the Reimagining Safety Act, would disband ICE entirely and transfer responsibilities for immigration enforcement to the Department of Justice.
The bill also envisions FEMA, the TSA, and CISA operating under the new department, while the Customs and Border Protection would be managed by the Treasury. The bill has garnered support from various immigrant rights groups and progressive organizations.
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