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Johnson County leaders denounce Trump administration executive orders in resolution

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The Johnson County Board of Supervisors condemned 27 executive orders from the Trump administration, emphasizing their commitment to protect all community members within the county. The resolution addresses immigration restrictions, the rollback of LGBTQ+ protections, and alterations to environmental and healthcare policies. Specific orders mentioned include "Securing Our Borders" and "Preventing Woke AI in the Federal Government. " Supervisor V Fixmer-Oraiz stated that the board received numerous requests from constituents to take a formal stance on these actions. Additionally, the resolution's language was updated to note that many actions were taken under Emergency Authority granted by Congress, which includes Iowa's congressional delegation.

Fixmer-Oraiz highlighted the staggering impacts these policies have on the local community. Johnson County had earlier passed a resolution specifically protecting LGBTQ+ members, and Iowa City leaders followed suit. The full text of the resolution is available in the supervisor's Sept. 18 agenda packet.

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