Denver Mayor Pledges to Resist Trump Immigration Policies

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has pledged to resist President-elect Donald Trump's proposed immigration policies, including mass deportations, emphasizing that the city will uphold its sanctuary status and not be 'bullied' by the federal government. In a striking comparison, Johnston referenced the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, predicting that a similar public uprising could occur if federal agents attempt mass deportations, claiming that 50,000 residents would rally in defense of undocumented immigrants. His comments reflect a broader pushback from Democratic leaders across the country, including Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who vowed to protect immigrant communities. Johnston asserted that Denver police would not assist federal immigration enforcement, and expressed confidence that state leadership would not allow federal forces to mobilize within Colorado. The mayor's remarks come amid Trump's promises to enforce stricter immigration laws and target sanctuary cities, with his incoming border czar signaling a commitment to deportations regardless of local opposition.