Former Council President Pleads Guilty in Immigration Protest
Update: 2025-12-09
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Former Spokane City Council President Ben Stuckart pleaded guilty to a felony charge for obstructing immigration officers, attempting to prevent the deportation of two legal immigrants. He and others blocked vehicles and exits, even releasing air from tires and painting the windshield. Stuckart hopes to change his plea to a misdemeanor in 18 months, avoiding jail time. The protest sparked controversy, with the U.S. Justice Department urging prosecutors to prioritize cases against those defying immigration enforcement, leading to the resignation of Acting U.S. Attorney Richard Barker.
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