So, What the Heck is a “Sanctuary” Anyway?
A growing number of states and cities are claiming that they’re now a “sanctuary” on one issue or another. But since these are politicians making the claims, are they telling the truth? Learn what qualifies as a sanctuary and you’ll easily spot the liars. Path to...
Now in Effect: North Dakota Law to Review and Reject Presidential Executive Orders
BISMARCK, N.D. (Aug. 1, 2021) – Today a North Dakota law that creates a process to end state cooperation with the enforcement of presidential executive orders went into effect. The state will opt out of enforcement if the attorney general issues an opinion that the...Contrary to what they might tell you, under the #constitution - and even #SupremeCourt precedent - the feds can't require states to help them enforce or implement federal programs. @mmaharrey10th pic.twitter.com/g1njEeQNI8
— TenthAmendmentCenter (@TenthAmendment) February 4, 2021
States Don’t Need a Reason
The Supreme Court has consistently held that state and local governments don’t have to enforce federal laws or implement federal programs. This is known as the anti-commandeering doctrine. People have become more aware of this important state power, but a lot of...