Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman

Pennsylvania Sen. Fetterman Urges Local Officials To Support Deportation Of Criminal Illegal Migrants

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman has called on local officials to cooperate with federal authorities in deporting illegal migrants with criminal backgrounds or those engaged in criminal behavior. The Democratic senator’s remarks come amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and the role of local governments in supporting federal efforts to remove individuals who pose a threat to public safety.

In a statement to Fox News, Senator Fetterman emphasized the importance of prioritizing public safety while maintaining compassion for law-abiding migrants.

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“I hope every local official would agree that anyone here—any migrants that are here with criminal backgrounds or engaging in criminal behavior—I think they should support [deportation],” Fetterman said.

He added, “If ICE comes to round them up, I hope they would provide that kind of support.” Fetterman’s comments reflect a pragmatic approach to immigration enforcement, balancing the need for security with a commitment to protecting innocent migrants from undue harm.

While advocating for the deportation of criminal migrants, Fetterman made it clear that he opposes aggressive tactics that could terrorize innocent individuals or disrupt communities.

“I certainly would never support terrorizing otherwise innocent migrants in those kinds of situations, like kicking in a door at a school,” he said. “But every migrant here with a criminal background or engaging in criminal behavior needs to go.”

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Fetterman’s remarks come as the Trump administration continues to prioritize immigration enforcement, particularly the removal of individuals with criminal records.

The administration has repeatedly called on local officials to assist in these efforts, often clashing with so-called “sanctuary cities” that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

By urging local officials to support deportations of criminal migrants, Fetterman is positioning himself as a moderate voice within the Democratic Party, one that prioritizes public safety while advocating for humane treatment of migrants.

His comments could influence the broader debate over immigration policy, particularly as lawmakers seek to balance enforcement with compassion.

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