Some Local Agencies Remain at Arm's Length from Federal Immigration

question 6

Multiple Choice

Some local agencies remain at arm's length from federal immigration authorities because they believe that .

• A) they can do the job more efficiently themselves
• B) there is no point in prosecuting cases of illegal immigration
• C) positive connections with the local community help them with their own cases
• D) the immigration justice system is unjust and they would rather not cooperate with it

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