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Bastrop County’s Safety Grant Under Fire | Austin News
Bastrop County is pushing forward with a federal grant application from the Department of Justice, claiming it’s solely for deputy safety gear like helmets and body armor — not tied to immigration enforcement. But local residents are alarmed, fearing the money could secretly fuel ICE activity, especially after some shared personal experiences with law enforcement scrutiny. County officials, including Commissioner Butch Carmack and Auditor Jennifer Pacheco, insist the funds are transparently earmarked for crime-fighting and will even save the county money. Still, distrust runs high — many feel…
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