Immigration

As the Governor and an immigrant, I view immigration as a pressing topic for California. We have a large number of immigrants that benefit and contribute to our local and state economies. While federal policy views immigration as a problem in its entirety, I believe immigration should be rediscovered. My belief lies with population that benefits our state and our economy, generalizing all illegals as a bad part of our community might not be the correct approach. Since many families of unregistered immigrants have deeply rooted ties to California, it would be inhumane to call them criminals since their contribution is greater than their illegal status. My team and I strongly believe that criminally charged noncitizens or illegal aliens should be prosecuted and transported back to their country of origin. But those undocumented residents of California who benefit our state and directly contributing to national development, be given a second chance and be able to apply for permanent residence if it’s deemed eligible.