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Vermont Police Under Fire for Immigration Operation Clashes

3/21/2026

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Police in South Burlington, Vermont faced scrutiny after clashes with protesters during an immigration operation.
Activists accused authorities of violating Vermont policies by aiding federal immigration enforcement, leading to three detainees not named in the federal warrant.
Law enforcement officials defended their actions, aiming to prevent violence and protect protesters and federal agents.
At a Statehouse hearing, attendees expressed skepticism.
Some lawmakers questioned the operation's legality.

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Police in South Burlington, Vermont faced scrutiny after clashes with protesters during an immigration operation.
Activists accused authorities of violating Vermont policies by aiding federal immigration enforcement, leading to three detainees not named in the federal warrant.
Law enforcement officials defended their actions, aiming to prevent violence and protect protesters and federal agents.
At a Statehouse hearing, attendees expressed skepticism.
Some lawmakers questioned the operation's legality.