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We've got to take [sanctuary cities] to court, and we've got to start charging some of these politicians with crimes.

Thomas Homan, acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, on Fox News last week. Legal experts, however, say it would probably be impossible for the federal government to arrest public officials for enacting sanctuary laws and policies.

Thomas Homan, acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, on Fox News last week. Legal experts, however, say it would probably be impossible for the federal government to arrest public officials for enacting sanctuary laws and policies.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.