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Democrats Declare Legal War On Trump

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They are already preparing for a major legal battle.

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has made waves with his recent remarks about President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to ramp up deportations of illegal immigrants. Johnston, a Democrat, has expressed strong opposition to the proposal, even going so far as to say he would be willing to go to jail to resist it. While he later backpedaled on some of his more inflammatory language, his stance remains clear: he is ready to fight what he calls “immoral” and “un-American” policies.

In a recent interview, Johnston was asked about Trump’s intention to significantly increase deportations of illegal immigrants once he takes office. Johnston’s response was dramatic, predicting a confrontation similar to the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, where Chinese citizens faced off with government forces. He claimed that if federal authorities tried to enforce the deportation plan in Denver, they would face fierce resistance from local residents, including thousands of concerned citizens ready to block the effort.

However, in a follow-up interview, Johnston tried to soften his remarks, acknowledging that comparing the situation to Tiananmen Square was not the best choice. Despite walking back the hyperbole, he made it clear that he was ready to resist any federal actions he believes overstep the bounds of American values, even if it meant facing legal consequences. “I’m not afraid of that,” Johnston said when asked whether he would be willing to go to jail for standing in opposition to the deportation plan.

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Johnston’s rhetoric highlights the deepening divide over immigration enforcement. While he made it clear he supports deporting violent criminals, he opposes mass deportation efforts that target non-violent individuals. This distinction is in line with many other Democratic leaders who have rejected the Trump administration’s hardline immigration policies.

On the other hand, several Republican governors have voiced strong support for Trump’s plan. Texas, for example, has offered to use state resources to facilitate the deportation of violent criminals. Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham strongly backed the idea, pledging full support for the Trump administration’s efforts to rid the country of dangerous criminals.

This ongoing battle between Democrats and Republicans over immigration enforcement underscores the stark differences in how the two parties approach issues of border security and law enforcement. While Democrats like Mayor Johnston resist what they see as aggressive and unjust policies, Republicans argue that securing the border and deporting criminals is essential to protecting American citizens and upholding the rule of law.