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Red State Cop Issues Warning To Trump

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Tensions are running high over this issue.

In a recent interview, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes made it clear that she is not afraid to challenge the incoming President Trump on issues of immigration enforcement, particularly when it comes to the treatment of Dreamers and proposals for mass deportation. While some of her positions align with the Democrat agenda, her stance on certain aspects of border security and deportation reveals a more nuanced approach, one that could resonate with a broader audience, including Republicans concerned about due process and the overreach of federal power.

Mayes, a Democrat, strongly opposed the idea of deportation centers, which she referred to as “concentration camps.” She argued that such measures would be completely unacceptable in Arizona, adding that any federal attempts to deport Dreamers—immigrants who came to the U.S. as children under the Obama-era DACA program—would cross a “bright red line” for her. “I will do everything in my power to legally fight family separations and any actions to undermine Dreamers,” she stated.

While Mayes defended the DACA program, she also expressed concern about the need for a focused approach to immigration enforcement. She emphasized that she supports the removal of violent criminals, drug cartel members, and individuals who pose a serious threat to public safety. This stance may find common ground with conservatives who support strong border security but are wary of the overreach and abuses associated with mass deportations.

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Mayes also acknowledged the real threat posed by illegal drugs crossing the porous southern border, particularly fentanyl, and stressed that resources should be focused on strengthening Border Patrol and prosecuting cartel-related crimes, rather than pursuing mass deportation schemes. She expressed frustration with proposals like those from former President Trump and his allies, arguing that they could violate due process and undermine constitutional protections.

In terms of border-state cooperation, Mayes pointed to a united front among Democratic Attorney Generals from New Mexico and California, although she noted that Texas AG Ken Paxton’s stance was different. Her comments reflect a growing concern among some Democrats and Republicans alike that the federal government’s approach to immigration must be more focused on the safety of American citizens, while protecting constitutional rights and avoiding unnecessary conflicts.

While Mayes’ position on Dreamers may not be popular with many Republicans, her call for a more balanced, law-abiding approach to immigration and border security reflects the complex realities of the issue. In the coming years, it will be crucial to see how states like Arizona navigate these divides, balancing the needs for security and due process, while addressing the challenges posed by illegal immigration and the opioid crisis.