Border State Governor Vows to Defy Trump’s ‘Misguided’ Mass Deportation Push

Arizona’s Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs says the border state, which voted for President-elect Trump in the presidential election this month, will not be aiding the incoming administration with its “misguided” plan to launch a mass deportation operation.

Hobbs was asked by ABC News about whether the Trump administration will bring a reset on the border, and she responded by focusing on current partnerships with the federal government to secure the border.

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She then added, “What I will unequivocally say is that, as governor, I will not tolerate efforts that are part of misguided policies that harm our communities, that threaten our communities, that terrorize our communities, and Arizona will not take part in those.”

Trump made launching a mass deportation operation a key part of his 2024 presidential campaign, and his transition team has already started making plans on the logistics of the operation. On Monday, Trump said he was open to declaring a national emergency and using military assets to make it happen.

When pressed on the deportations, Hobbs’ was asked if state police and National Guard would help with deportations.

“We will not be participating in misguided efforts that harm our communities, and I’ve been incredibly clear about that,” she said.

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