SHAWANO COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – Last week, Shawano County and two other Wisconsin counties were identified by the US Department of Homeland Security as jurisdictions not in compliance with federal laws and policies.
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In a statement on social media, the Shawano County Sheriff says the county was not formally notified by any federal authority prior to the recent publication that the county had any non-compliance issues.
Sheriff George Lenzner says the Shawano County Sheriff’s Office has reached out to several state and federal agencies inquiring about the reasons behind the designation and what steps can be taken to remove it.
We are grateful for the assistance of Congressman Tony Wied, who contacted our Sheriff’s Office to offer his support. His office has been instrumental in being a liaison with federal contacts to seek clarity on this matter.
Shawano County Sheriff George Lenzner
Sheriff Lenzner adds, “Shawano County does not identify as a sanctuary jurisdiction and remains committed to upholding federal immigration laws and policies.”
The Shawano County Sheriff’s Office is said to be continuing to consult with federal agencies on resolving the issue.
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At this time, while the sheriff says his office appreciates interest from the media, they will not be participating in interviews or responding to media questions as they turn their focus on getting the issue resolved.
