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Letitia James: “The federal government is attempting to use crime victim funds as a bargaining chip to force states into doing its…”

On the recordAugust 18, 2025
The federal government is attempting to use crime victim funds as a bargaining chip to force states into doing its bidding on immigration enforcement.
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Letitia James
New York
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cbsnews.com
Aug 18, 2025

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Comment on the federal government's use of crime victim funds in relation to immigration enforcement.

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