Mississippi Targets Undocumented Immigrants

Tulsa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Mississippi just rolled out a sweeping new law letting its top law enforcement agency compile a detailed registry of undocumented immigrants—including names, addresses, countries of origin, and criminal records—aimed at better understanding the state’s undocumented population. Supporters call it a practical tool to tackle issues like trafficking, while critics fear it could fuel profiling, erode trust in law enforcement, and become a weapon in broader deportation efforts. The law, set to take effect this Wednesday, will run for two years and raises serious questions about accuracy, fairness…