"I am deeply troubled by the President’s Executive Order today regarding sanctuary jurisdictions. His order raises significant legal issues that my office will be investigating closely to protect the constitutional and human rights of the people of our state."

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Peter Lavallee, Communications Director, (360) 586-0725; PeterL@atg.wa.gov