"These protections are not just about procedure. They are about dignity, fairness and public trust,"
"During a time where our families continue to live in fear, we need to do everything in our power to protect our community, not just folks who are citizens or folks who have their immigration papers,"
"despicable,"
The San José City Council advanced a policy making it unlawful for federal immigration officers to conceal their identities while working in the city and requiring all law enforcement to wear visible identification and clear agency affiliation when interacting with the public. Councilmembers framed the measure as protecting dignity, fairness, public trust and community safety, emphasizing protections for residents regardless of immigration status. The measure moves toward enactment and could prompt a legal confrontation with federal authorities. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security criticized the proposal and cited increased assaults against federal officers.
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