Immigrant protection bill passes committee, limits law enforcement cooperation with feds
A bill meant to better protect immigrants under Colorado law passed through a Colorado Senate committee Tuesday.
Supporters of the bill say it looks to ensure everyone’s civil rights are protected regardless of immigration status, while opponents argue it further prohibits the state from helping federal agents.
“Fear is contagious, isolating and destructive. We’ve seen President Trump weaponize fear time and time again against immigrants. Donald Trump’s ICE agents say one thing and then they do another,” said state Senator Julie Gonzales when talking about who the administration is targeting for deportations through Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
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