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Troy Nehls: “In Texas, if a county sheriff does not comply with ICE…”

Featuring: Troy Nehls, Republican | U.S. House, Texas, District 22

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Discussion on ICE Detainers and Public Safety with Sheriff Wagner and Ms. Walters

Published | Video Starts at 01:53

Now in the state of Texas, we had a crazy rogue sheriff in Austin, go figure. In Austin, Travis county, that wasn't complying with these detainers. So we now have a law In Texas, if a county sheriff does not comply with ICE detainers, you'll be charged with a crime and removed from office. And most sheriffs across the great state of Texas support that. I believe you would as well, because it just keeps our people. It keeps our people safe. (01:53–02:04)

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Asserts that Texas law mandates removal and charges for sheriffs not complying with ICE detainers.

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