Mayor TenHaken distances Sioux Falls police from ICE deportations

SF Mayor TenHaken: Take a stand against Prairie Thunder, and support all community members — The South Dakota Standard

Dear Mayor TenHaken,For nearly two decades, I've had the privilege of calling Sioux Falls my home. Originally from Lima, Peru, I found in this city a welcoming community, strong friendships, and rewarding employment opportunities.My deep affection for Sioux Falls is evident in the song I wrote and shared on YouTube, “Sioux Falls in My Heart.” It is precisely this love for our city that compels me to express my serious concerns regarding the Oper…

Mayor TenHaken distances Sioux Falls police from ICE deportations

Mayor Paul TenHaken is pushing back on claims that the city is aiding in federal immigration enforcement under a new state-led public safety initiative.In a lengthy social media post Wednesday, the Sioux Falls mayor sought to “correct much misinformation” surrounding Operation: Prairie Thunder, a recently launched effort by Gov. Larry Rhoden’s administration to crack down on crime and illegal immigration in eastern South Dakota.“There are two el…