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Federal Way students press council on ICE fears; police say city complies with state law

Federal Way City Council · February 4, 2026
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Students from Federal Way High School's Black Student Union asked the council how the city will protect them from potential ICE activity at or near schools. The Federal Way Police Department said it complies with the Keep Washington Working Act and that no ICE operations in the city are known to date.

Students representing Federal Way High School's Black Student Union told the City Council on Feb. 3 they are frightened by the prospect of immigration‑enforcement activity at or near school and asked for assurances that schools are safe.

"How will you protect us when they come to our schools? Are we safe at school?" asked Nonya McKinsey Phillips, a 15‑year‑old…

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