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Sheriffs Buck the Law, Refuse to Enforce Lockdown Orders

WHO DA BOSS?

The trend has been visible in most states where protests have erupted and it’s part of a movement on the far right that views these officials as the ultimate arbiters of the law.

Will Sommer
Will Sommer 

Politics Reporter

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Will Sommer

Will Sommer

Politics Reporter

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