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Worcester City Council adopts resolution opposing local participation in 287(g) immigration agreements
Summary
After extensive public comment, the Worcester City Council voted to approve a resolution opposing pursuit or entry into federal 287(g) task‑force agreements that would deputize local officials to enforce federal immigration law.
The Worcester City Council voted to adopt a resolution opposing local pursuit, exploration or entry into Section 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying the city will not partner with federal immigration enforcement that could authorize local officers to carry out civil immigration enforcement.
Supporters of the resolution spoke at length during the public participation portion of the Sept. 9 meeting. Andrew Marsh urged passage, saying, "We must put our foot down and tell ICE you are not welcome in our city." Multiple residents, immigrant‑rights groups and…
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