Tension escalates between Trump administration and Gov. Evers over immigration memo

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is standing firm against what he calls "chilling threats" from the Trump administration over a memo his office issued regarding immigration enforcement at state buildings.

The dispute centers on guidance from the Evers administration directing state employees to consult with attorneys if immigration officers visit a state building.

Tom Homan, the president's border czar, issued what appeared to be a warning to the governor during a statement Thursday.

"Wait to see what's coming. I meant what I said. You cannot support what we're doing and you can support sanctuary cities if that's what you want to do," Homan said. "But if you cross that line of impediment or knowingly harboring or concealing and illegal alien that is a felony and we'll treat it as such."

Evers responded Friday with a video statement defending the guidance, saying it was intended to ensure employees follow all state and federal laws.

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