Ask the Expert: Why Is the Justice Department Suing Arizona?
Marshall Fitz explains why the Justice Department is suing Arizona over its immigration law, how this could affect the law, and why comprehensive reform is a better solution than state laws.
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Why is the Department of Justice filing a lawsuit against Arizona’s immigration law? What effect could this lawsuit have on the Arizona law? Why is comprehensive immigration reform a better approach than enacting state laws?
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For more information, see:
- Taking Action Against Arizona by Gebe Martinez
- Arizona Calls the Question by Marshall Fitz
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Marshall Fitz
Senior Fellow