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Utah taking targeted approach on illegal immigration, Venezuelan prison gang violence


Published on 2024-12-27 12:21:04 - MSN
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  • Utah is taking a targeted approach to help President-elect Donald Trump with his deportation efforts after the state has been inundated with illegal border crossers and crime, Gov. Spencer Cox has pledged.

The article from MSN discusses Utah's response to the increasing presence of illegal immigration and the associated rise in violence linked to Venezuelan prison gangs. Utah Governor Spencer Cox has highlighted the state's strategy to address these issues through targeted law enforcement efforts. The state is focusing on enhancing border security measures and collaborating with federal agencies to manage the influx of migrants, particularly those with criminal backgrounds from Venezuela. This approach includes identifying and deporting individuals involved in gang activities, aiming to curb the spread of violence and crime attributed to these groups. The article also touches on the broader implications of immigration policies and the challenges states face in balancing security with humanitarian concerns.

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