Aurora City Council Member Denounces Governor's Dismissal of Migrant Gang Problem as "Political Football

Aurora City Council Member Danielle Jurinsky accuses Governor Jared Polis of downplaying the city's issue with transnational armed gang Tren de Aragua, calling it a "political football." In response to national media attention, the city is taking steps to clear apartment buildings taken over by the gang.

In a bold move to address the escalating crisis in her city, Aurora City Council Member Danielle Jurinsky has openly challenged Governor Jared Polis's handling of the issue involving transnational armed gang Tren de Aragua. Jurinsky's actions have garnered national attention and sparked a heated debate about the state's approach to migrant gangs.

On Friday, Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman took decisive action by announcing plans to clear apartment buildings seized by the Venezuelan gang. The city's legal team is actively preparing court documents to declare the properties as "Criminal Nuisance," aiming to remove the gang's stronghold and restore control to the rightful owners.

Aurora City Council Member Denounces Governor's Dismissal of Migrant Gang Problem as "Political Football

According to the Aurora Police Department, one gang leader, known as "Cookie Monster," is already in custody for his alleged involvement in a shooting incident on July 28th. Moreover, the infamous video that went viral recently, showcasing armed gang members, has been confirmed as authentic by the Department of Homeland Security.

Jurinsky played a pivotal role in bringing the issue into the spotlight after assisting residents who were terrorized by the gang. Cindy and Edward Romero's heart-wrenching account, shared with the media, has resonated with the public, igniting a demand for urgent action.

Aurora City Council Member Denounces Governor's Dismissal of Migrant Gang Problem as "Political Football

Jurinsky's persistent efforts have prompted a response from Governor Polis's spokesperson, Shelby Weiman. However, his statement has drawn criticism for dismissing the issue as "largely a feature of Danielle Jurinsky's imagination." This dismissive stance has further fueled Jurinsky's determination to hold the governor accountable.

In an interview, Jurinsky emphasized that she is not the only local official concerned about the Tren de Aragua threat. She asserted that other council members share her concerns but lack the platform to amplify their voices as effectively as she has.

Aurora City Council Member Denounces Governor's Dismissal of Migrant Gang Problem as "Political Football

Despite the controversy, Jurinsky's courageous actions have been applauded by those suffering from the gang's terror. Cindy Romero herself openly criticized Governor Polis, stating that he "wouldn't last five minutes" in the crisis-ridden building.

Governor Polis's office has maintained its stance, reiterating its commitment to "zero tolerance for illegal activity" within Colorado. However, their response has been met with skepticism, given their previous dismissal of the issue.

Aurora City Council Member Denounces Governor's Dismissal of Migrant Gang Problem as "Political Football

As the situation in Aurora continues to unfold, it remains unclear when the gang members will be fully apprehended, and the apartment buildings will be cleared. While the city authorities are actively pursuing legal remedies, the state's position on the matter has cast a shadow over the ongoing crisis.