Wisconsin Governor’s Memo to Obstruct ICE Sparks Concern

Photo Credit: MoveOn.
Photo Credit: MoveOn.

Madison, WI — A controversial memo from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ administration has drawn sharp criticism from Derrick Evans, a former West Virginia delegate.

Issued on April 25, 2025, the memo instructs state employees to obstruct federal ICE agents by denying access to nonpublic areas, avoiding questions, and consulting legal counsel before cooperating. This guidance, aimed at protecting confidential data, comes amid intensified federal deportation efforts under President Trump.

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Evans, known for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack, took to X on April 27, 2025, calling the directive a “direct assault on federal law” and accusing Evers of undermining national security for political gain.

Critics, including Evans, argue the memo violates the Supremacy Clause, which prioritizes federal law over state actions.

The backlash highlights deepening tensions between state and federal authorities over immigration enforcement policies.

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