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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Signs 'Sanctuary Cities' Ban
ResumeOn Sunday, the Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed into a law a controversial bill that prevents cities in that state from declaring themselves "sanctuary cities." The new law also allows police officers to look into the immigration status of anyone they detain.
Here & Now's Robin Young speaks with Ben Philpott (@BenPhilpottKUT) of KUT in Austin about what the move means for the state and how Texans are reacting.
This segment aired on May 8, 2017.