Illegal Immigration in Mesa

According to the Tribune, the Sheriff's department has arrested 31 illegal immigrants in Mesa over the past few weeks. On one hand, I have to hand it to the sheriff for enforcing the law and at least working towards some sort of solution to the immigration problem. On the other hand, I can't condone the sheriff issuing a press release every time he does something good especially when they throw other people under the bus. Essentially, the crazy man is saying that everyone else is doing a crappy job, but him.

This certainly is not going to help create consensus on immigration solutions. Its simply more kindling for the fire... although, am I really surprised that Sheriff Joe wants to stir the pot?

The real question is this: Can the police enforce the law effectively while enforcing immigration laws? If not, what do they need to make that happen? If they have the man power to arrest these people while still tracking down murderers and others, why wouldn't they do it?