A Washington County, Maryland board meeting was disrupted by protests after officials approved a resolution to cooperate with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including the purchase of a $102 million warehouse in Williamsport. The decision incited backlash from local Democrats and anti-ICE activists, culminating in protests where signs like “No ICE Jail” were displayed. Board President John Barr defended the resolution as crucial for community safety, while opponents criticized it as lacking transparency. The contentious atmosphere reflects the broader political divide in the region, with local lawmakers voicing strong opposition to the resolution.
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