immigration

Spoke in strong support of bills 0288 and 0289, arguing that city property should not be accessible for ICE operations.

Voiced strong support for the immigration non-cooperation ordinance to protect immigrant communities.

Shared personal experiences of immigrant families fearing law enforcement interactions and urged passage of the ICE non-cooperation bill.

Supported the ordinance ending cooperation with ICE and suggested evening meeting times for public access.

Spoke on behalf of Pittsburgh DSA urging council to pass binding ICE-related ordinances rather than relying on mayoral promises.

Spoke in support of the immigration ordinances, emphasizing that the city should not waste resources assisting federal immigration enforcement.

Supported the immigration bills on behalf of an immigrant resource charity, stating they protect residents without violating federal law.

Urged council to pass the ICE limitation ordinances, recounting instances where local police cooperated inappropriately with federal agents.

Expressed personal concerns as a Puerto Rican law student regarding federal harassment and supported local protections.

Spoke as an immigrant and psychotherapist in support of immigrant protection legislation, noting that community members are currently afraid to seek medical or social services.

Voiced opposition to sanctuary city legislation, emphasizing adherence to federal immigration laws and the constitutional separation of powers.

Expressed concerns about federal immigration enforcement methods and memorialized a community member.

Supported the immigrant protection legislation as constitutional and advocated for protections for detained immigrants.

Supported the proposed legislation to ban cooperation between the city and ICE, stating it ensures immigrants can access city services safely.

Expressed opposition to immigration non-cooperation policies, arguing that local law enforcement should coordinate with federal immigration authorities.

Recommended that Pittsburgh pass legislation limiting ICE cooperation and requiring agent accountability measures.

Asked council to question upcoming police chief and public safety director nominees on how their departments will handle immigration enforcement and civil liberties.

Expressed concerns about police accountability, community trust, and safety issues within housing.

Urged the city to establish a clear, written plan and know-your-rights guidance to protect residents from aggressive immigration enforcement.

Called on the city to stand against unlawful immigration enforcement actions and ensure community safety.

Expressed strong support for incoming police chief candidate Jason Lando and public safety director Sheldon Williams.

Raised questions regarding police accountability, domestic violence policies, and non-cooperation with ICE ahead of the police chief interview.

Expressed deep concern regarding federal immigration agents operating in local communities and asked how city police and public safety directors will protect residents.