I have to back South Carolina in this case

[Mott the Hoople]

My guess is that the Federal Law suit is a cynical attempt by the Obama administration to attract the vote of immigrant groups. Though I'm a strong proponent of legal immigration for those who have the skills to contribute substantially to our nation I am opposed to lax immigration that permits the legal and illegal exploitation of cheap labor.

http://news.yahoo.com/holder-sues-south-carolina-over-immigration-reform-043205443.html

 

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iirc...the law is that the states can enforce federal immigration laws and if their laws do not conflict with federal laws or are preempted, then the laws are fine.

 

[Mott the Hoople]

iirc...the law is that the states can enforce federal immigration laws and if their laws do not conflict with federal laws or are preempted, then the laws are fine.

Exactly or, as in the case of Federal regulations, the States can implement stricter laws or regulations as long as they meet the minimum standards established by Federal regulations/laws.

 

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Exactly or, as in the case of Federal regulations, the States can implement stricter laws or regulations as long as they meet the minimum standards established by Federal regulations/laws.

not always. if federal law preempts in a case of original jurisdiction in that area of law, the state cannot make stricter laws.

 

[Mott the Hoople]

not always. if federal law preempts in a case of original jurisdiction in that area of law, the state cannot make stricter laws.

Would that be the case here?

 

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Would that be the case here?

that is the question in the courts. i remember reading a case on this some time ago that makes it clear the states do have some power in enforcing federal immigration laws. i don't think it was a scotus case though. i believe the argument for the feds is that the constitution grants the fed gov plenary power over immigration issues.