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Gov. Healey: Massachusetts Will Use Executive Power to Block Trump's Mass Deportations

Nov 7, 2024, 01:54 AM

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has stated that her administration will not cooperate with President Donald Trump's efforts to deport illegal immigrants, including criminal aliens. Healey affirmed that the Massachusetts State Police would not assist in mass deportations if requested by the Trump administration, saying "No, absolutely not." She emphasized the state's commitment to protecting its residents, stating, "We want to protect our residents," and vowed to use executive power to resist federal deportation actions.