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A well-crafted public relations campaign that educates the public about the complexities involved can help shape perceptions, making enforcement policies more effective through understanding and support.
Sanctuary Cities: Enforcement Challenges and Opportunities
The discussion then shifts to sanctuary cities—municipalities that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agencies like ICE. The past Trump administration faced significant resistance from such jurisdictions, which passed laws preventing local law enforcement from cooperating with ICE. This obstructed efforts to detain and remove criminal aliens, often releasing repeat offenders back onto the streets.