A slew of states are moving forward with agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to facilitate the arrest and deportation of illegal immigrants.

California Democrats adopted “sanctuary” policies to protect immigrants from President Donald Trump’s deportation plans. But now, as Trump ramps up threats against sanctuary states and cities, Democratic leaders have taken on a softer tone.

Somerville and Chelsea are asking a federal judge to block an “illegal campaign of bullying and intimidation” aimed at sanctuary cities.

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On Jan. 20, during President Donald Trump’s inauguration, more than 2,000 people and 20-plus grassroots organizations gathered in Los Angeles to protest the administration’s immigration policies and promises of mass deportations.