County sues DHS over access to Otay Mesa Detention Center

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration on Tuesday over access to the Otay Mesa Detention Center.Last month, federal and county officials were turned away when they tried to inspect the center. They issued an ultimatum to DHS last week — let them into the facility, or face legal action.We discuss where the lawsuit stands and what happens next.Guests: Terra Lawson-Remer, San Diego County Board of Supervisors Chair

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