The Small Business Administration has announced plans to move its regional offices out of six “sanctuary cities,” including Denver. Despite Denver Mayor Mike Johnston denying the city’s sanctuary label, the SBA is relocating to cities that comply with federal immigration law. Republican U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank has suggested moving the Denver office to Colorado Springs, citing safety and innovation as priorities. Crank believes that Denver’s policies fail to protect its residents and employees.
The relocation decision comes after SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler emphasized the importance of focusing on empowering legal, eligible business owners in partnership with municipalities committed to border security. The move is seen as a way to cut off access to loans for illegal aliens. Crank also highlighted Colorado Springs as a prime location due to its military presence, suggesting it would minimize service lapses and be in line with the Trump administration’s priority to hire military spouses.
With regional offices in 56 locations across states and territories, the SBA aims to ensure its operations serve the small business community effectively. The move out of Denver represents a shift in focus towards compliance with federal immigration laws and prioritizing safety and innovation in smaller, more accessible locations. The Trump administration’s targeting of sanctuary cities has implications for the SBA’s regional operations, with Colorado Springs being proposed as a suitable alternative for the Denver office.
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