During a White House cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that states and municipalities that issue driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants would risk their federal funding for infrastructure projects.
“We have so many states and municipalities that don’t follow the law,” Duffy said. “So, whether it’s DEI discriminating against Americans, whether they give illegals driver’s licenses or they’re sanctuary cities or states. If you don’t follow the law, if you’re giving licenses to illegals, if you’re having DEI policies, we’re not going to fund your projects.”
“So you’ve got to certify in your state or in your city to get road and bridge money or rail money that you’re actually following the law, which includes the executive orders from you, Mr. President.”
Per Fox News, 19 states and Washington, DC allow illegal immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses through laws passed. States that allow this include New York, New Jersey, California, and Washington.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said in 2019 after signing legislation allowing illegal immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses, “Expanding access to driver’s licenses is critical for the safety of New Jerseyans and a step toward building a stronger and fairer New Jersey for all.” He added, “Allowing residents the opportunity to obtain driver’s licenses regardless of their immigration status will decrease the number of uninsured driver’s and increase safety on our roads. I thank my partners in the Legislature for sending this important bill to my desk.”
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