Fort Worth city council is shutting down talks about partnering with ICE. They're saying it's not happening anytime soon, so don't expect local police to start working with federal immigration enforcement.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days.
No major city funds are being allocated to an ICE partnership right now.
Residents who are concerned about immigration enforcement and want to maintain separation between local police and ICE will be happy.
No groups negatively affected
Lawmakers and the man’s family continue to demand answers about the circumstances of his detention and death.
The family of the man is still looking for more answers months after his death.
“This is an attempt at silencing dissent, at creating fear amongst its citizens to ensure no one speaks against this current administration,” one defendant said in a statement.
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Hundreds gather in Fort Worth for 'ICE Out for Good' protest WFAA
Fort Worth partnership with ICE not imminent, council members say KERA News
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