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Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen and Police Chief Loi Dawkins released a joint statement Wednesday afternoon acknowledging community concerns regarding actions taken by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Rosen and Dawkins also reinforced their commitment to “protecting public safety, fostering trust, and standing firm in our values.”
“We will support our residents, reject fear as a governing force, and work to ensure that Edmonds remains a safe and welcoming place for all,” the statement said.
The statement also noted that in alignment with Washington State law — including the Keep Washington Working Act and RCW 10.93 — and Edmonds Police Department policy, “our officers do not conduct federal immigration enforcement. Immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility, and the Edmonds Police Department does not participate in or interfere with those activities.”…