Just two months after Helena's city commissioners approved a resolution restricting local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, they voted to rescind the measure amid legal threats from Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen. The decision came after more than five hours of public comment during which nearly a hundred residents voiced their opinions on local control, budget concerns, authoritarianism, and the values of democracy. Ultimately, the resolution was overturned in a 4-1 vote, prompting immediate backlash from many citizens who expressed their dissatisfaction verbally. Mayor Emily Dean called for a recess when tensions escalated, leading to further discussions about revising the resolution with city attorneys and reaching out to the attorney general's office. Both Knudsen and Governor Greg Gianforte praised the decision to rescind the resolution, claiming it prioritized community safety. The initial resolution was born from public outcry against federal immigration policies that impacted local residents. This latest action underscores the tension between state authority and local governance, as many locals feel their voices are being overshadowed by state leaders eager to maintain control over local affairs.