Staff Reports
The claim that Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) declared Democrats the party of “activist judges and illegal immigrants” at a rally is not directly supported by the provided search results. However, the broader context of Democratic priorities and Republican criticisms aligns with the themes mentioned. Here’s the breakdown:
### Democratic Stance on Immigration
Democrats broadly prioritize pathways to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, with . This contrasts sharply with Republicans, who overwhelmingly focus on border security (91% support) and deportations (89% support). Moderates within the Democratic Party, however, show more openness to punitive measures like increased workplace penalties (68% support).
### Judicial Activism Allegations
Republicans, including Sen. Ted Cruz, accuse Democrats of relying on “activist judges” to block Trump-era immigration enforcement. Cruz recently criticized Democratic efforts to halt deportations of Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang members through court injunctions. The Supreme Court is now reviewing a case involving a federal judge’s order to reverse mid-flight deportations, which conservatives argue exemplifies judicial overreach.
### Partisan Divisions
The divide is stark:
– emphasize protecting families, Dreamers, and farm workers, while opposing mass deportations (53% oppose).
– frame immigration as a national security issue, pushing for expanded border walls (87% support) and stricter voter citizenship checks.
While Raskin’s specific rally remarks aren’t documented in the sources, the broader Democratic platform—and Republican rebuttals—reflect the ideological clash described.
