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Virginia Democrats Push Bill to Limit ICE Local Cooperation

3/7/2026

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Democrats in Virginia advanced bills to limit ICE cooperation with local police after the alleged murder of Stephanie Minter by Abdul Jalloh, who had over 30 prior charges.
The legislation would restrict ICE arrests near polling places and courthouses and ban officers from wearing masks.
The Spanberger administration has mandated warrants for detaining individuals such as Abdul Jalloh.
Critics, including Republican legislators, say the proposals jeopardize public safety.

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Democrats in Virginia advanced bills to limit ICE cooperation with local police after the alleged murder of Stephanie Minter by Abdul Jalloh, who had over 30 prior charges.
The legislation would restrict ICE arrests near polling places and courthouses and ban officers from wearing masks.
The Spanberger administration has mandated warrants for detaining individuals such as Abdul Jalloh.
Critics, including Republican legislators, say the proposals jeopardize public safety.