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Residents tell Salinas PCAC officers social-media posts erode trust; committee asks department for clarity
Summary
Multiple public commenters raised concerns that a Salinas Police Department officers public social-media posts supporting federal immigration enforcement undermine trust among immigrant communities and urged the department to clarify social-media expectations and improve direct communications and press-release practices.
At the same meeting, several residents told the Salinas Community Advisory Committee they are worried that a Salinas Police Department officers public social-media posts endorsing federal immigration-enforcement actions undermine trust in the department and could make immigrant residents reluctant to call for help.
A resident said that while officers have a right to personal opinions, "what this is…
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