Colorado Communities Sue Denver Over Sanctuary Policies Amid Rising Crime

Several Denver suburbs and counties are pursuing legal action against sanctuary city laws, citing increased crime and gang activity linked to illegal immigrants.

• Castle Rock, Aurora, and Parker are considering lawsuits against Denver's sanctuary city policies.
• Douglas and El Paso Counties, along with others, have already filed a lawsuit to overturn state sanctuary laws.
• Local officials argue that sanctuary policies have led to an influx of crime, including gang activity from Tren de Aragua.
• Denver has accepted over 42,000 migrants since December 2022, straining local resources and prompting budget cuts.
• Critics claim sanctuary laws impede local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities, exacerbating public safety concerns.

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