The Department Of Homeland Security Has Removed The List Of Southwest Virginia Towns That Were Listed As A Sanctuary Jurisdiction Interfering With Federal Immigration Enforcement. Abingdon, Duffield And Tazewell Appeared On The List. The National Sheriffs’ Association Joined Virginia’s Congressional Delegation, Local And State Officials Monday In An Ongoing Demand For Answers Why DHS Placed Several Localities Across The State And U.S. On The Sanctuary List. DHS Has Not Stated Whether The Sanctuary List Will Be Back In Effect.