But the most important tool we have as a commonwealth to reduce crime and to make our community safe is the trust that law enforcement builds with the community. The federal government, through [ICE], is eroding [community] trust. And I think building this facility only further complicates that relationship and makes it harder for us as a commonwealth to go forward again. (28:48)
CLAIM
Asserts that ICE's actions are eroding community trust.
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