11-02-2025
Ohio Democrats fight bill targeting sanctuary cities
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKBN) – A group of Ohio legislators vow to fight a new bill that would defund sanctuary cities.
Members of the Ohio House Democratic Caucus held a press conference Tuesday in Columbus to fight House Bill 26. If approved, it would take funding from local governments that do not comply with President Trump's executive order on immigration.
The lawmakers claim the federal orders have caused confusion, anxiety and fear throughout the state. They say immigration is America's strength not weakness.
'I want to make something clear. This is not an Ohio that we want. The truth is that immigration strengthens our communities. It strengthens our economy, our workforce, our schools and our cultural fabric. Immigrants are not just workers, they're doctors, engineers, business owners and neighbors,' said State Rep. Ismail Mohamed.
The lawmakers also say Ohio House Bill 26 puts law enforcement in Ohio at risk by forcing them to comply with the immigration 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
