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Council president opposes 287(g) cooperation; county police urge residents to keep reporting crimes

Montgomery County Council — 'En Sintonía' (radio program) · January 30, 2026
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Summary

Council leaders told the Maryland Senate judicial committee they oppose 287(g)‑style immigration enforcement partnerships; the county police spokesperson urged residents to report crimes and said officers do not ask about immigration status.

Montgomery County officials used the county’s Spanish‑language council program to describe two related public‑safety messages: a council official testified before the state Senate judicial committee opposing 287(g)‑style cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, and the county police spokesperson urged residents not to be afraid to call police.

Council testimony: The program said the council is supporting Senate bill 245 as it…

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