Denver mayor risks removal for blocking deportations
- Senator Rand Paul expressed support for deportation of violent offenders and criticized the use of military in immigration enforcement.
- Recent polling indicates that many voters prefer federal law enforcement to handle deportations.
- Paul warned that Mayor Johnston's resistance to federal law could result in removal from office.
In a recent appearance on CBS's "Face the Nation," Senator Rand Paul from Kentucky expressed his support for stringent deportation measures advocated by President-elect Donald Trump. He specifically mentioned concerns over proposals to involve military forces in immigration enforcement, deeming such actions illegal. Currently, there is a significant public sentiment regarding the deportation policies, with a majority of voters favoring enforcement by federal agencies rather than the military. Paul challenged Denver Mayor Mike Johnston's stance against federal deportation efforts, warning that resisting federal law could lead to severe consequences, including the possibility of removal from his position and legal ramifications. His comments reflect a broader debate on the relationship between state and federal authority in immigration policy.