County officials approve DOJ grant application amid opposition

BASTROP — Commissioners approved a U.S. Department of Justice grant application Monday for law enforcement technology and equipment amid public opposition from residents concerned about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement involvement. 

County officials said the application does not seek funding for ICE related activities or involvement and would support equipment and technology needs for the county’s Special Response Team, which responds to violent crime, drug and human trafficking cases. 

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