Denver Braces for Unrest As Police Face Major Budget Cuts

Denver faces a critical turning point as Mayor Mike Johnston’s proposed 20% police budget cut collides with rising fears of violent unrest, sparked by recent riots in Los Angeles over federal immigration enforcement. With Denver’s sanctuary city policies under legal fire, police understaffed, and city finances stretched thin by escalating migrant costs, residents are left questioning the city’s ability to maintain safety and order in the face of mounting challenges.