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How the CalGang database can play a role in Trump's plan to deport millions of immigrants
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Dec 6, 2016
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How the CalGang database can play a role in Trump's plan to deport millions of immigrants
How will Trump use the CalGang database to make good on his vow to deport two to three million undocumented immigrants? What problems will he face?
Three members of the 18th Street Gang. The federal government scored another victory Friday in a high profile case against one of Southern California’s most violent gangs.
Three members of the 18th Street Gang. The federal government scored another victory Friday in a high profile case against one of Southern California’s most violent gangs.
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How will Trump use the CalGang database to make good on his vow to deport two to three million undocumented immigrants? What problems will he face?

President-elect Donald Trump promised to deport anywhere from two to three million undocumented immigrants.

Saying that is one thing but following through could be challenging -  especially since some police departments in large cities, such as the LAPD, have said they will not help the federal government carry out deportations.

One tool that Trump might use is a database of alleged gang members, which includes some people who are not in the country legally. However, some say the database is not without its problems.

For more, A Martinez spoke with Ali Winston. He's written about the so-called CalGang database for The Intercept.

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