In Washington, a Rural County Sheriff Fights His State’s Immigration Law

In eastern Washington, Sheriff Dale Wagner of Adams County is in a legal battle with Washington’s Attorney General Nick Brown over sharing inmate information with federal immigration agents, despite state laws limiting collaboration. Wagner, defending his actions, argues he is protecting his constituents and upholding his oath, while Brown accuses him of violating state laws and allowing deputies to hold people in jail based on immigration status. The conflict highlights the debate over local and state authorities’ role in immigration enforcement, drawing attention nationally and leading Wagner to testify before the House Judiciary Committee on the issue.

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