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Commissioners warn immigration enforcement could strain El Paso sheriff staffing, budget

KFOX 14 El Paso TX & Las Cruces NM

May 19, 2026

Commissioners warn immigration enforcement could strain El Paso sheriff staffing, budget

El Paso County commissioners say they are being forced to comply with Senate Bill 8, warning the law's costs and staffing demands could strain sheriff's office. |!| Las Cruces

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