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Residents urge Marathon County to rescind 287(g) agreement with ICE
Summary
Two residents told the Marathon County Public Safety Committee they want the sheriff to withdraw the county's 287(g) agreement with ICE, saying it harms community trust, carries financial and legal risks for the county, and frightens immigrant residents from reporting crimes.
Two public commenters urged the Marathon County Public Safety Committee on May 12 to ask the sheriff to withdraw the county's 287(g) agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Kaye (Kate) Palmer, who identified herself as a Wausau resident, said the signed agreement sends a “hugely negative message” that frightens people and keeps them from participating in daily life, work and community activities. “It is a matter of not perpetuating a culture of going after people who are…
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