Democrat Rep Caught Backing ICE Evasion Scheme

Rep. Dave Min is pushing to funnel $1.6 million in taxpayer money to a California group that teaches illegal immigrants how to evade ICE agents and deportation.

Key Takeaways

  • California Democrat Dave Min is seeking $1.6 million in federal funds for AJSOCAL, an organization that provides guidance to illegal immigrants on evading ICE detection
  • AJSOCAL explicitly advises illegal immigrants not to answer questions about birthplace, avoid carrying foreign documents, and take other measures to avoid deportation
  • Min’s funding request follows a similar pattern of Democrat politicians diverting taxpayer money to groups that undermine immigration enforcement
  • Republicans have condemned Min’s proposal as prioritizing illegal immigrants over the needs of American citizens and California residents
  • Min’s office has refused to comment on the controversial funding request despite mounting criticism

Democrat Congressman Pushes Millions for ICE Evasion Group

Freshman Democratic Representative Dave Min from California has officially requested $1.6 million in federal taxpayer funding for Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL), a progressive organization known for teaching illegal immigrants how to avoid detection and deportation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This funding request comes amid growing national frustration over the illegal immigration crisis and represents a direct challenge to the enforcement of America’s immigration laws. Min’s request is part of his official “legislative funding priorities” submitted to congressional appropriators for consideration.

AJSOCAL’s activities have drawn significant scrutiny for their explicit guidance to illegal immigrants. The organization distributes materials advising illegal aliens to refuse answering questions “related to where you were born or how you entered the U.S.,” while also recommending they “Get valid ID but DO NOT carry a foreign passport,” according to documentation reviewed by federal authorities. These instructions are clearly designed to help illegal immigrants evade lawful immigration enforcement, raising serious questions about the appropriateness of directing federal tax dollars to support such activities.

Pattern of Democrat Support for Undermining Immigration Enforcement

Min’s funding request mirrors similar efforts by other high-profile Democrats to direct taxpayer resources toward organizations that obstruct immigration enforcement. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has requested federal funding for the Chinese-American Planning Council, which is currently under investigation for similar activities. This emerging pattern suggests a coordinated effort by Democratic lawmakers to institutionalize and fund resistance to immigration enforcement, effectively using taxpayer dollars to undermine federal law enforcement agencies tasked with border security.

“AJSOCAL advises illegal immigrants to avoid answering questions related to where they were born or how you entered the U.S.,” stated AJSOCAL.

This is not the first time AJSOCAL has received substantial federal funding. The Biden administration previously awarded the organization $2.2 million for an eviction prevention program, raising questions about whether federal funds are being systematically directed toward groups with political agendas that align with the administration’s permissive border policies. The continued flow of taxpayer money to organizations that undermine immigration enforcement represents a significant diversion of resources away from addressing the needs of American citizens and legal residents.

Republicans Condemn Prioritizing Illegal Immigrants Over Citizens

Republicans have responded forcefully to Min’s funding request, highlighting it as evidence of misplaced priorities among Democratic lawmakers. NRCC Spokesman Christian Martinez issued a scathing rebuke, accusing Min of betraying his oath of office by prioritizing illegal immigrants over the safety and well-being of California residents. The controversy comes at a particularly vulnerable time for Min, who faces a challenging reelection campaign in a district where immigration enforcement remains a significant concern for voters.

“Dave Min’s request for taxpayer dollars to fund a radical group that instructs illegal aliens on how to dodge federal authorities shows he’s prioritizing illegal aliens over Californians. Min has betrayed his oath and clearly has no interest in protecting California families or enforcing the law,” said Christian Martinez, NRCC Spokesman.

Min’s silence on the matter has only intensified criticism. His office has declined to respond to multiple requests for comment regarding the controversial funding proposal, fueling speculation that the congressman recognizes the political liability of openly defending taxpayer support for organizations that help illegal immigrants evade federal law enforcement. This funding request may become a focal point in upcoming congressional investigations into the misuse of taxpayer resources to obstruct immigration enforcement, with broader implications for federal spending priorities under President Trump’s administration.