Governor Signs Controversial Bill Allowing Non-U.S. Citizens to Become Police Officers
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, a Democrat, has enacted a law that permits non-U.S. citizens to apply for police officer positions. The law, which has been met with significant opposition, was signed on Friday after being passed by the Illinois State House and Senate. Critics argue that it is inappropriate and potentially dangerous to allow foreign nationals to have the authority to arrest American citizens. The law, known as Illinois House Bill 3751, stipulates that individuals …