Balancing Act: Local vs. Federal Immigration Policies

This chapter examines King County's sanctuary laws and its efforts to limit deportations by the Trump administration at Boeing Field, highlighting the local government's protective stance towards residents. It discusses the tensions between local actions, federal authority, and the moral implications of immigration enforcement amidst an ongoing national crisis. The chapter emphasizes the need for comprehensive solutions while navigating the ethical dilemmas that local governments encounter in addressing the influx of asylum seekers.