Write an essay on the following:
What role should the legislative, executive or the judicial branch have in setting immigration policy? Discuss whether the states can define their own immigration policy or it should it be the sole authority of the national government. Conclude with a summary of your main points and an explanation of how your discussion has proved your thesis.
What is the role of each branch and how does it check the other two branches?
Describe the constitutional authority and the statutory powers of the legislative, executive and judicial branches over immigration.
How does the executive branch interact with the states in carrying out immigration policy?