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Denver Council Rejects Key Lime Air Lease Over Deportation Flights

12/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Denver City Council voted against Key Lime Air lease at Denver International Airport due to deportation flights.
Council members opposed the lease and emphasized immigrant support.
Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez said she cannot support a corporation that does not share their stance.
Kevin Flynn, who voted for the lease, said the rejection could affect grants.
Key Lime Air can still operate from Centennial Airport and use DIA common areas without charge.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2017, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program protects around 800,000 undocumented immigrants from deportation. The Denver City Council's recent vote against Key Lime Air highlights ongoing tensions in immigration policy, reflecting broader national debates on immigrant rights. This decision, led by council members like Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, may impact future corporate leases and local governance in immigration matters.

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Story summary

The Denver City Council voted against Key Lime Air lease at Denver International Airport due to deportation flights.
Council members opposed the lease and emphasized immigrant support.
Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez said she cannot support a corporation that does not share their stance.
Kevin Flynn, who voted for the lease, said the rejection could affect grants.
Key Lime Air can still operate from Centennial Airport and use DIA common areas without charge.

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