JB Pritzker Statement on Rauner Cowardly Vetoing Bills to Protect Immigrants

Statement

This morning on WJPF, Bruce Rauner announced he will veto three of the five bills on his desk that would protect immigrant families. In response, JB Pritzker released the following statement:

"Bruce Rauner vetoing a majority of the immigration bills on his desk is a cowardly, political move that exploits divisions he and Donald Trump try to make in our society," said JB Pritzker. "When Trump leads chants to "build the wall' and bans refugees from entering our country, Rauner applauds his administration and follows his lead by vetoing bills even Republicans call "practical, common sense solutions to urgent issues that immigrants in our state face.' We have 1.8 million immigrants in Illinois, and their governor refuses to protect and support them -- that's a disgrace. As governor, I will sign these critical bills, stand with our immigrant families, and work to improve educational opportunities, increase healthcare options, and foster economic opportunity for immigrant youth and their families."

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