Senator Rand Paul suggests Denver Mayor Mike Johnston could be removed from office if he attempts to block President-elect Donald Trump's plan for deportations, citing concerns about the legality of using the military for immigration enforcement.
Key Points
Use of military assets in immigration enforcement
Concerns over legality and constitutionality of Trump's deportation plan
Mayor's resistance to federal law could lead to legal ramifications
Pros
Support for removing criminals from the country
Upholding federal law and the supremacy of federal law
Concern for the proper implementation of deportation policies
Cons
Potential misuse of the military for immigration enforcement
Legal concerns over the involvement of the military in domestic policing