During a recent Town Council meeting, the council unanimously approved a motion backing Trump’s agenda, pledging to assist federal efforts with local law enforcement.
This move follows a state law allowing limited collaboration with federal immigration authorities.
Castle Rock Backs Trump’s Immigration Policies
The Castle Rock Town Council unanimously approved a motion to support Trump’s immigration policies, including deportations.
Councilmember Max Brooks emphasized the town’s readiness to assist federal deportation efforts with local law enforcement.
The council’s decision followed a state law allowing limited local collaboration with federal immigration officials.
This move came after Denver Mayor Mike Johnston vowed to resist Trump’s mass deportation plans, stating that Denver would continue to protect all residents, including immigrants, and criticizing the president’s divisive rhetoric on the issue.
Denver Rejects Deportation Efforts
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston vowed to resist Trump’s mass deportation plans, citing threats to protect all residents.
Johnston criticized Trump’s language regarding immigrants and called the plan “Operation Aurora.”
The mayor’s statement highlighted Denver’s commitment to being a welcoming city.
In contrast, Castle Rock’s neighboring town of Castle Rock has taken the opposite approach, approving a motion to support the federal government’s efforts to deport individuals in the country illegally.
This move underscores a sharp political divide between the two cities on immigration policy.
Castle Rock’s Law Enforcement Role
The motion passed in Castle Rock directs town staff to draft a formal declaration supporting immigration enforcement.
Councilmembers clarified the support is only for those in the country illegally.
Councilmember Ryan Hollingshead emphasized the importance of local law enforcement priorities in the decision, stating that public safety remains the primary concern.
The town’s commitment is to cooperate with federal immigration authorities within the bounds of the law, ensuring that local law enforcement priorities are not compromised in the process.
