California’s Democrat-controlled assembly has approved a shocking $50 million in taxpayer funding to defend criminal illegal aliens from deportation by ICE. Instead of focusing on rampant homelessness, skyrocketing crime, or wildfire relief, Governor Gavin Newsom and his allies are prioritizing legal aid for individuals who have no legal right to remain in the U.S. Half of the funding will be used to fight federal immigration enforcement, while the other half will provide pro bono legal services. Republicans attempted to ensure that the funds would not be used to protect violent felons, but Democrats blocked the move. This decision comes as California struggles with an economic crisis, failing infrastructure, and a mass exodus of residents fleeing high costs and crime. Rather than enforcing law and order, Newsom continues to double down on sanctuary policies that protect criminals at the expense of law-abiding citizens.