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San Diego sheriff defies new policy to limit cooperation with immigration officials

The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has decided to continue its cooperation with federal immigration authorities, despite a new state law, Senate Bill 140, which limits local law enforcement's involvement in immigration enforcement. Sheriff Kelly Martinez announced that the department will still honor immigration detainers for individuals suspected of serious or violent felonies, arguing that this is necessary for public safety. This stance defies the intent of the new policy, which aims to reduce the role of local police in immigration matters, thereby fostering trust between immigrant communities and law enforcement. The decision has sparked debate over the balance between community trust and public safety, with critics arguing that such cooperation could lead to racial profiling and undermine community policing efforts.

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