Salem Aims To Adopt 'Sanctuary For Peace' Ordinance

Salem is the latest Massachusetts city to consider adopting a policy — similar to others in so-called "sanctuary cities" — that seeks to offer greater protections to immigrants living in the country illegally.

On Wednesday night, the city council voted to approve a "Sanctuary For Peace" ordinance, which officials say is different from declaring status as a "sanctuary city."

The ordinance requires one more vote to be formally adopted.

Salem Mayor Kimberley Driscoll, a Democrat, joined Morning Edition to discuss the move.