Part 4/8:
Local Governments vs. Federal Overreach
On the ground level, local governments may need to prepare to confront federal overreach proactively. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), represented by executive director Anthony Ramiro in a notable discussion, has emphasized the crucial role that local officials can play in this scenario. As the Trump administration may attempt large-scale deportation operations, Ramiro highlighted that the logistics of such endeavors would greatly rely on cooperation from local police and governmental bodies.
Ramiro pointed out that local mayors and governors have the power to refuse federal requests for support, essentially acting as a firewall against potential governmental abuses and improper overreach.