Legal Experts: Immigration Officials Might Challenge Newsom’s Criminal Immigrant Pardons

Legal Experts: Immigration Officials Might Challenge Newsom’s Criminal Immigrant Pardons
California Gov. Gavin Newsom looks on during a news conference at the California State Capitol on Aug. 16, 2019 in Sacramento, California. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently granted four pardons and two commutations. Among those pardoned were immigrants Victor Ayala from El Salvador, Arnou Aghamalian from Iran, and Thear Seam from Cambodia, all immigrants or refugees who arrived in the United States as children or teenagers.

Because of California’s sanctuary policies, the governor’s move is raising questions regarding his motives.

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