The issue focused on laws protecting civil rights and enforcement of criminal law. Law enforcement authorities must enforce federal laws against illegal immigration, while states can legalize illegal immigrants if they choose to do so. The Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage legalized gay marriage nationwide.

Many legal scholars believe that judicial rulings legalizing gay marriage would further undermine religious liberty rights for churches and clergy who oppose homosexuality. Many courts have ruled that government cannot prohibit public displays of homosexual relationships in public spaces such as parks and restaurants.Watchful