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WA Mayor Stands by Pro-ICE, Anti-Antifa Proclamations
Mayor Eric Overholser said the proclamations reflect support for law enforcement as protesters interrupted the meeting and citizens later voiced both praise and objections.
- On Monday, June 1, Mayor Eric Overholser signed two proclamations in Battle Ground designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization and expressing support for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- Overholser told The Center Square that citizens brought him the suggested proclamations, stating, "Battle Ground believes in the rule of law," to represent the town's values and support law enforcement.
- Protesters interrupted the Monday council meeting, though Overholser noted he has seen the same agitators elsewhere; a large number of citizens contacted him in support despite some objections.
- Critics are organizing consumer boycotts against local businesses to demand the proclamations be repealed, leaving the city of about 23,000 residents divided over the national debate.
- Defending the decision, Overholser emphasized that representing his constituents remains the priority, noting, "Whether it means that you're going to face the fire or not," fear should not be a factor.
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