The Constitution and Immigration Chaos

June 23, 2025

Democratic state attorneys general are conferring over aggressive immigration raids conducted by federal authorities targeting undocumented migrants across various locations in the U.S. Congressman Greg Meeks has criticized President Trump's decision to send Marines to Los Angeles, calling it unconstitutional overreach amid the immigration controversy. Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford expressed concern about widespread fear in communities while noting that Democratic attorneys general are focused on upholding constitutional law. The article also mentions a violent incident involving a Trump supporter targeting lawmakers and notes that Trump's immigration policies face significant disapproval, with his overall disapproval rating at 55% according to an NBC News poll.

Who is affected

Migrants (specifically Mexicans, Brazilians, and others who have overstayed visas or are undocumented)
Communities experiencing "trepidation and fear" according to Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford
Democratic state lawmakers, including Keith Ellison of Minnesota, who was targeted by a Trump supporter
The lawmaker who was killed along with her husband, and another lawmaker and spouse who were wounded

What action is being taken

Democratic state attorneys general are conferring with one another about the immigration raids
ICE agents and other federal authorities are conducting raids at hardware stores, construction sites, immigration courts, farms, resorts, and hotels
President Trump has sent Marines to Los Angeles in response to tensions from ICE raids
Democratic attorneys general are reviewing whether actions taken by ICE and the Trump administration are constitutional

Why it matters

The actions are described as "unprecedented tense and escalating" migrant raids
Democratic officials consider the president's actions regarding National Guard and military presence in LA as "overreach" and "unconstitutional"
There is significant fear spreading in affected communities
The president's immigration policies are contributing to his underwater poll numbers, with a 55% disapproval rating according to NBC News

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint