In Santa Fe County, police leaders, including Chief Paul Joye, have conducted meetings to reassure local immigrant communities that they are not agents of immigration enforcement. This initiative comes amid intensified immigration actions under the Trump administration, fueling fear among many undocumented residents. Chief Joye highlighted the fundamental human right to safety at home, emphasizing the role of police in fostering trust within the community. Challenges persist, as police departments navigate their policies on working with immigration authorities while trying to maintain community relations.
Police departments across the U.S. are holding town halls to reassure immigrant communities that they are not immigration enforcement officers and encourage residents to feel safe contacting them.
Chief Paul Joye emphasized the fundamental human right to feel safe at home regardless of one’s immigration status, showcasing efforts to build trust within immigrant communities.
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