Livingston County Commissioners Approve Immigration Monitoring

The Livingston County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a controversial resolution allowing the sheriff's office to document all interactions with undocumented immigrants. This decision followed extensive public testimony, with many residents opposing the measure, labeling it as racist and a potential violation of civil rights. Supporters of the resolution raised concerns about illegal immigration and crime, citing specific incidents as justification for monitoring. Critics argue that there is no evidence linking undocumented immigrants to increased crime and that tracking immigration status is not the role of local law enforcement. The resolution follows a trend of heightened scrutiny on immigration policies, with the sheriff expressing a desire for data to better understand the issue. Local advocacy groups have criticized the measure, stating it diverts resources from community policing efforts.