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Pritzker Blames Trump for Gorman's Murder by Undocumented Immigrant

3/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker attributed part of Sheridan Gorman's murder to U.S. President Donald Trump for not enforcing immigration laws.
Gorman, 18, was shot near campus by Jose Medina, a 25-year-old undocumented immigrant.
Pritzker called for comprehensive immigration reform and criticized the Trump administration for enforcement failures.
White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson accused Pritzker of policies that compromise public safety.
Medina faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished national-origin quotas that had favored Northern and Western Europeans since the 1920s. This landmark legislation significantly increased immigration from Latin America and Asia, reshaping the U.S. demographic landscape and contributing to ongoing debates about immigration policy and public safety, as highlighted by Governor JB Pritzker's recent criticisms.

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Story summary

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker attributed part of Sheridan Gorman's murder to U.S. President Donald Trump for not enforcing immigration laws.
Gorman, 18, was shot near campus by Jose Medina, a 25-year-old undocumented immigrant.
Pritzker called for comprehensive immigration reform and criticized the Trump administration for enforcement failures.
White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson accused Pritzker of policies that compromise public safety.
Medina faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder.

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