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Angel Mom Slams Newsom's Immigrant Legal Defense Bill

4/22/2026

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Agnes Gibboney, an Angel Mom, criticized Governor Gavin Newsom and state Democrats over a bill to fund legal defense for immigrants facing deportation.
She argued the bill prioritizes illegal immigrants over citizens.
She said California should spend taxpayer funds on education and healthcare.
Assembly member Mia Bonta introduced the measure and argued it promotes due process.
The measure has drawn backlash from groups advocating for victims of migrant crime.

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Agnes Gibboney, an Angel Mom, criticized Governor Gavin Newsom and state Democrats over a bill to fund legal defense for immigrants facing deportation.
She argued the bill prioritizes illegal immigrants over citizens.
She said California should spend taxpayer funds on education and healthcare.
Assembly member Mia Bonta introduced the measure and argued it promotes due process.
The measure has drawn backlash from groups advocating for victims of migrant crime.