Patricia 'P-Rae' Easley

Patricia 'P-Rae' Easley is a Chicago resident and vocal critic of the city's sanctuary policies regarding immigration. Recently, she gained attention for her testimony before Congress, where she expressed her frustration over the allocation of taxpayer money to support undocumented immigrants. Easley, who identifies as an eighth-generation American, argues that these policies unfairly burden citizens like herself, as she believes taxpayers should not be responsible for the needs of individuals who have entered the country illegally. Her remarks highlight a growing tension in Chicago as city officials, including Mayor Brandon Johnson, defend their sanctuary city status amidst increasing scrutiny and financial challenges related to the influx of migrants.