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Columbus leaders reassure residents after federal immigration enforcement activity; reiterate limits on city cooperation
Summary
Mayor Andy Ginther and Police Chief Elaine Bryant said City of Columbus resources and CPD officers will not be used to carry out deportations or to investigate residents solely on the basis of immigration status, and they provided safety guidance and resource contacts at columbus.gov.
Mayor Andy Ginther and Police Chief Elaine Bryant issued a joint statement after reports of federal immigration and customs enforcement activity in Columbus, saying the city will not use local resources to assist deportations and urging residents on safety steps and legal rights.
"Since 2017, I've been clear that City of Columbus resources will not be used to help federal deportation efforts or investigations based solely on immigration status," Mayor Andy Ginther said. Police Chief Elaine Bryant added, "CPD will not…
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