New LAPD Chief Defies Trump Administration on Immigration, Igniting Conservative Backlash

Newly sworn-in LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell sparked conservative outrage by declaring his department will not assist with federal "mass deportations." Speaking at a Los Angeles city council meeting, McDonnell emphasized that the LAPD will uphold policies protecting undocumented immigrants, citing California’s Trust Act and Special Order 40. He asserted that focusing on immigration status undermines public trust and hinders crime reporting.

Critics argue this approach defies federal law and exacerbates sanctuary city controversies. Former acting ICE Director Tom Homan criticized jurisdictions obstructing deportations, pledging robust federal enforcement under a potential second Trump administration. McDonnell’s remarks ignited sharp criticism on social media, with conservatives questioning the policy’s implications for public safety and federal cooperation.

The clash highlights ongoing tensions between state and federal approaches to immigration, drawing national attention to California’s sanctuary policies amidst broader debates on enforcement.

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