Anti-Gun States Are Hiring Illegals As Cops, Here's What We Did About It

Published on February 25, 2026
Duration: 5:20

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) discusses concerns regarding Democrat-controlled states hiring illegal immigrants to enforce gun control laws. It highlights the illegality of firearm possession by illegal immigrants under federal law (18 USC 922) and argues that they are not included in the 'people' protected by the Second Amendment. GOA is advocating for the 'Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act' to prevent this practice.

Quick Summary

Federal law (18 USC 922(d)(5)(A), (g)(5)(A)) prohibits illegal immigrants from possessing firearms in the US. The Second Amendment's right to bear arms is generally understood to apply to 'the people,' excluding undocumented individuals. Gun Owners of America is pushing for the 'Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act' to address concerns about illegal immigrants serving as law enforcement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Hiring Illegals for Gun Law Enforcement
  2. 00:26Minute Man Moment with Ben Sanderson
  3. 00:34GOA Membership Support and Advocacy
  4. 00:49Federal Law: Illegal Immigrants and Firearm Possession
  5. 01:13Second Amendment and 'The People'
  6. 01:50Cases of Illegal Immigrants in Law Enforcement
  7. 02:37Flaws in Federal Law Regarding Prohibited Persons
  8. 03:10Possessing Firearms as a Police Officer: Exceptions
  9. 04:03LEOSA: Nationwide Carry Implications
  10. 04:28The Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it legal for illegal immigrants to possess firearms in the US?

No, federal law (18 USC 922(d)(5)(A) and (g)(5)(A)) explicitly makes it unlawful for illegal immigrants to possess firearms or ammunition in or affecting commerce within the United States.

Does the Second Amendment protect the right to bear arms for illegal immigrants?

Generally, the Second Amendment's protection of the right to bear arms applies to 'the people,' which is understood to exclude illegal immigrants and foreigners within the jurisdiction of the United States.

What is the Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act?

The Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act is proposed legislation aimed at preventing illegal immigrants from being hired as law enforcement officers and using firearms to disarm American citizens. It also seeks to allow prosecution of states that arm illegal immigrants.

How does LEOSA affect illegal immigrants hired as police officers?

The Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) allows qualified law enforcement officers to carry firearms nationwide. If illegal immigrants are hired as law enforcement, they could potentially leverage LEOSA to carry firearms across state lines, bypassing state restrictions.

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