The ACLU is set to sue a Colorado sheriff for aggressively removing TdA-linked gang members from the streets, sources have confirmed.
This legal action highlights the ACLU’s latest commitment to protecting what it deems the ‘civil liberties’ of gang members to freely roam and, presumably, manage their street businesses without interference.
Sheriff Joe “Lawdog” Mackenzie’s recent crackdown on the notorious Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang has resulted in a significant drop in local crime rates. However, the ACLU argues that the sheriff’s actions have unfairly deprived these gang members of their community roles and street corner meetings, essential for their social networking.
The ACLU spokesperson, Sandy Rights, expressed concern at a press conference, stating, “Every person has the right to stand on the street, whether they’re selling Girl Scout cookies or… other products.” Critics argue that the ACLU might be taking the ‘liberties’ part of its name a bit too liberally.
As of press time, the sheriff’s office was considering offering ACLU lawyers honorary deputy badges, hoping it might encourage them to help round up the few TdA members they seem so concerned about keeping out and about.
