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Michael Johnston: “We wouldn't have a reason to coordinate [with ICE] before a…”

Featuring: Michael Johnston, Nonpartisan | Mayor of Denver | Colorado

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Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's Inquiry with Denver Mayor Michael Johnston on Sanctuary City Policies

Published | Video Starts at 01:49

I'm happy to tell you what we do on this. We've honored detainer requests more than 12, 26 times over the last few years. What about before a … We wouldn't have a reason to coordinate [with ICE] before a warrant. … are unable to coordinate with ICE to even get the initial warrant. They aren't allowed to tell them that they are illegal aliens. (01:49–01:53)

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Asserts that Denver does not coordinate with ICE before a warrant is issued because there is no reason to do so.

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