Virginia is experiencing a crisis of violent crime committed by illegal immigrants, despite the secure border under President Trump’s administration. The state’s sanctuary policies, led by Governor Abigail Spanberger, have allowed dangerous criminals to roam free and terrorize local communities.

Consequences of Sanctuary Policies

The rise in crime is caused by the state’s refusal to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement and the failure of local officials, such as Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Stephen Descano, to prosecute criminal illegal aliens. This has led to a 32% increase in violent crime in Fairfax County since Descano took office.

Recent cases include the alleged murder of Stephanie Minter by Abdul Jalloh, an illegal immigrant with a history of violent crimes, and the arrest of Anibal Armando Chavarria Muy, an illegal immigrant connected to a fatal stabbing. These incidents demonstrate the deadly consequences of Virginia’s sanctuary policies.

Legislative Solutions

To address this crisis, Congress has introduced the 287(g) Cooperation Act, which aims to restore and strengthen federal, state, and local immigration enforcement partnerships. This legislation would require state and local law enforcement to work with federal authorities to enforce immigration laws and protect American citizens.

House Republicans are holding elected officials accountable for their failure to protect Americans, with the House Judiciary Committee examining the consequences of Virginia’s sanctuary policies. The fight to secure Virginia and protect its citizens is far from over.

Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.