Denver Mayor Faces Jail Threats Over Resistance to Trump's Deportation Plans

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Source: The Guardian US
Denver Mayor Faces Jail Threats Over Resistance to Trump's Deportation Plans
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Tom Homan, Donald Trump's incoming border czar, has threatened to jail Denver Mayor Mike Johnston for resisting Trump's mass deportation plans. Johnston, a Democrat, expressed willingness to risk incarceration to oppose the deportations and encouraged protests against them. Homan cited legal grounds for arresting local leaders who impede federal immigration enforcement, emphasizing Trump's mandate to enhance public safety. This stance is part of a broader conflict with Democratic leaders in sanctuary cities, with potential federal funding cuts for non-compliance.

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