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Kamala Harris’s Record on Immigration

2024/9/5
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Kamala Harris's record on immigration dates back to her time as San Francisco's District Attorney. While generally considered a liberal city, Harris clashed with the city's Board of Supervisors regarding its sanctuary city policy. She supported turning over undocumented juveniles charged with crimes to federal immigration authorities, a move criticized by immigrant advocates. However, she also pursued employers accused of exploiting undocumented immigrants and supported specialized visas for victims of violent crimes, showcasing a nuanced approach.
  • Harris's early career in San Francisco revealed a complex approach to immigration, balancing enforcement with some humanitarian efforts.
  • She clashed with the city's Board of Supervisors on the application of sanctuary city policies.
  • Harris pursued employers who exploited undocumented immigrants and advocated for visas for victims of violent crimes.

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As Vice President Kamala Harris moves into the final stretch of her campaign, one of the biggest issues both for voters and for Republicans attacking her is the surge of migrants crossing the southern border over the past four years.

Zolan Kanno-Youngs, who covers the White House for The Times, discusses Ms. Harris’s record on border policy.

Guest: Zolan Kanno-Youngs), a White House correspondent for The New York Times.

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