Grand Rapids Police ‘not in the business of immigration enforcement,’ Chief says [Video]

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders after he was inaugurated on Monday targeting how the United States handles border security and immigration. 

These orders include resuming construction on the border wall, forcing people seeking asylum to wait in Mexico, and an effort to end birthright citizenship for anyone born in the US that is already facing legal challenges. 

During Thursday’s City Commission Retreat, city officials briefly addressed how the Grand Rapids Police Department’s policies involved people with undocumented status. 

City Commission Retreats allow staff to get up-to-speed on budgets, issues, and projects while taking time to get oriented with each other’s priorities without formal proceedings. Commissioners do not vote on any items during retreats. 

Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand, …