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Mayor Bowser Slams Federal Immigration Tactics Eroding Trust

10/15/2025

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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser criticized federal immigration enforcement actions as eroding community trust, noting that agents continue to patrol the city after the order expired.
Archbishop Robert Cardinal McElroy condemned the government's approach as a campaign based on fear.
Data shows fewer than 6% of detained immigrants have violent convictions, contradicting claims of enhancing security.
Bowser emphasized negative impact on the reputation of local police, which took years to build.

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D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser criticized federal immigration enforcement actions as eroding community trust, noting that agents continue to patrol the city after the order expired.
Archbishop Robert Cardinal McElroy condemned the government's approach as a campaign based on fear.
Data shows fewer than 6% of detained immigrants have violent convictions, contradicting claims of enhancing security.
Bowser emphasized negative impact on the reputation of local police, which took years to build.