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San Francisco is fast-tracking arrests and deportations in connection with the drug crisis

Phil Matier
Phil Matier
Episode • Nov 1, 2023 • 3m

The recent crackdown on San Francisco drug markets is putting a dent in the drug crisis in parts of San Francisco.  But, it comes at a cost.  

While the number of arrests have skyrocketed, so have deportations even though San Francisco is a Sanctuary City. So how is the city able to get away with skirting some of its own rules or is this a sign of desperation because of the seriousness of the drug crisis?

To answer that question, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart an Patti Reising spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier. 

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