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Immigrant rights group say Milwaukee caves in to pressure
Immigrant rights groups are accusing Milwaukee leaders of caving in to pressure from the Trump administration and quietly expanding cooperation with immigration officials.
One group, Voces de la Frontera, says Milwaukee officials are weakening safeguards for immigrants by making it easier for the Milwaukee Police Department to work with federal immigration agents.
The group also warns the changes could lead to racial profiling.
Jeff Fleming, a spokesman, said the mayor remains committed to immigrants.
Read more: http://www.wisconsingazette.com/news/immigrant-rights-group-say-milwaukee-caves-in-to-pressure/article_be99081c-625b-11e7-8977-c70f5dc685a3.html