Baumgartner Issues Statement on Protests in Spokane Last Night

WASHINGTON- Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement on the protests in downtown Spokane that transpired yesterday evening. 

“I have spoken with Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown and other local government officials about last night's protests. I’d like to applaud our law enforcement’s timely response and effective use of restraint to not let the situation escalate. It is imperative that local government officials in Washington state work collaboratively with federal officials to enforce immigration laws. We need both secure borders and immigration reform. Peaceful protest is guaranteed under the Constitution, but there is no excuse for violence or impeding law enforcement officials.”