Latino Action Network President and President Emeritus Javier Robles and Christian Estevez have released the following statement following Democratic gubernatorial candidate Steve Sweeney’s pledge to rescind New Jersey’s sanctuary state status if elected:

We deplore Steve Sweeney’s decision to play politics with the lives of thousands of New Jersey residents and their families. Our state is the most diverse in the nation, and at a time when our communities are facing unprecedented attacks from Donald Trump and his MAGA minions, we need elected officials who still stand up for New Jersey values.

Latino Action Network Urges Passage of the Full Immigrant Trust Act to Protect Immigrant Communities and Strengthen Public Safety in New Jersey

Trenton, NJ, January 30, 2025, 

The Latino Action Network (LAN) strongly supports the passage of the Immigrant Trust Act NJ Bill numbers S3672/A4987. This landmarklegislation reaffirms New Jersey’s commitment to protecting immigrant communities while ensuring the state’s resources are used efficiently for the benefit of all residents.

The Immigrant Trust Act prohibits using state and local resources for federal immigration enforcement, ensuring that all New Jersey residents can access essential services—such as healthcare, education, and law enforcement—without fear of deportation, detention, or family separation. This legislation is a critical step toward fostering trust between immigrant communities and public institutions while reinforcing New Jersey’s leadership in immigrant rights. The legislature must pass the full bill to protect the Constitution and our communities.