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Virginia Governor Bans Immigration Agents Without Warrants

5/21/2026

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Governor Abigail Spanberger signed an order on May 20, 2026 restricting federal immigration enforcement on Virginia state property.
The order forces immigration agents to present a warrant before entering Virginia state facilities and bans state facilities as sites for immigration operations.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin condemned the order as putting criminals ahead of Virginia residents, while Hans von Spakovsky called it political theater and said no warrant is required.

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Governor Abigail Spanberger signed an order on May 20, 2026 restricting federal immigration enforcement on Virginia state property.
The order forces immigration agents to present a warrant before entering Virginia state facilities and bans state facilities as sites for immigration operations.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin condemned the order as putting criminals ahead of Virginia residents, while Hans von Spakovsky called it political theater and said no warrant is required.