JB Pritzker promises ‘resistance’ to Trump administration amid Kristi Noem visit

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, a Democrat, did not hold back in his response to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem’s recent immigration press conference near the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield. Pritzker promised “resistance” to the Trump administration following Noem’s visit, which coincided with Latino Unity Day in Illinois.

In a press release, Pritzker expressed his disappointment that Noem chose to host the press conference on a day meant for celebrating the diversity of the community. He emphasized that the people of Illinois stood united against the administration’s policies and would not allow them to interfere without facing resistance.

Noem’s press conference aimed to criticize Illinois’ sanctuary policies, which she claimed undermined the rule of law and put Americans at risk. She was accompanied by two “Angel Families,” who had lost loved ones to violence perpetrated by illegal immigrants in the state.

During the press conference, protesters gathered to voice their opposition to Noem’s views. The location was changed to a site where a woman was allegedly killed by a noncitizen before the event began. Pritzker defended Illinois’ adherence to the law and criticized Noem’s stance on immigration.

As a potential contender for the 2028 presidential race, Pritzker accused the Trump administration of violating the Constitution and denying due process with their immigration crackdown. He argued that the focus should be on deporting violent criminals through legal channels rather than targeting law-abiding individuals, including children who are U.S. citizens.

Pritzker continued to speak out against the administration, labeling Trump and Noem’s actions as mere publicity stunts that did not contribute to community safety or immigration reform. He also took a jab at Noem by referencing a past incident where she was involved in the killing of a dog, urging pet owners to be cautious during her visit.

In response to Pritzker’s remarks, the Department of Homeland Security defended their stance on sanctuary city laws, stating that such policies enable violent criminals to harm Americans. The back-and-forth between Pritzker and the administration highlighted the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policy.

Overall, Pritzker’s strong stance against the Trump administration and Noem’s visit underscored his commitment to protecting the rights of all individuals, regardless of their immigration status. The clash between state and federal authorities on this issue is likely to continue as the debate over immigration policy rages on.

Deirdre Heavey is a politics writer for Fox News Digital.