Dallas County DA Joins National Effort to Challenge Federal Overreach

Prosecutors across the U.S. are uniting to fight what they see as illegal behavior and potential homicides by federal agents.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot is a founding participant in the Fight Against Federal Overreach (FAFO) initiative, where prosecutors from across the country are joining together to challenge what they view as federal overreach, particularly in cities where immigration agents have been deployed. Creuzot says the group is prepared to prosecute federal agents if they believe laws have been broken, including in cases where federal agents fatally shot individuals in Minneapolis.

Why it matters

This effort by local prosecutors represents a growing pushback against perceived federal overreach and aggressive tactics, especially in the realm of immigration enforcement. It highlights tensions between federal and local authorities and the potential for legal battles over jurisdiction and accountability.

The details

The FAFO group is taking a multifaceted approach, including sharing resources and fundraising to enable even smaller jurisdictions to participate. Creuzot says the group is exploring the possibility of bringing state charges against federal agents, but notes a lack of cooperation between federal and local officials is a challenge. He argues that federal agents do not have absolute immunity and can be prosecuted if they break the law.

  • The FAFO initiative was launched in early 2026.

The players

John Creuzot

The Dallas County District Attorney and a founding participant in the Fight Against Federal Overreach (FAFO) initiative.

Renée Good

An individual fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, which Creuzot says could potentially be considered a homicide.

Alex Pretti

An individual fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, which Creuzot says could potentially be considered a homicide.

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What they’re saying

“What we're seeing is potentially illegal behavior and perhaps murder.”

— John Creuzot, Dallas County District Attorney (WFAA)

“If I have enough evidence, yes.”

— John Creuzot, Dallas County District Attorney (WFAA)

What’s next

The FAFO group is exploring the possibility of bringing state charges against federal agents, but the lack of cooperation between federal and local officials remains a challenge.

The takeaway

This effort by local prosecutors highlights the growing tensions between federal and local authorities, particularly around immigration enforcement, and the potential for legal battles over jurisdiction and accountability.