Seattle, Washington — Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson on Thursday announced a series of executive actions aimed at limiting the presence of federal civil immigration enforcement on city property and expanding support for immigrant residents, following heightened national concern after fatal shootings involving federal agents earlier this month.
Wilson signed an executive order barring civil federal immigration authorities from using city-owned or city-controlled properties, including parks and public facilities, for enforcement operations. She also directed the Seattle Police Department to investigate, verify, and document reports of immigration enforcement activity, including requesting identification from federal officers and recording encounters with body and dash cameras when appropriate.
Although Seattle officials said the city has not experienced a surge comparable to recent events in Minneapolis, Wilson said preparations were necessary due to increased immigration enforcement activity nationwide over the past year. As part of the response, the city will launch a community hotline operated by a partner organization to connect residents with information and resources related to enforcement activity…