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Residents urge Butler County commissioners to end ICE contract during public comment
Summary
Multiple residents and advocates told the Butler County Commission to end the sheriff's ICE detention contract, alleging racial profiling, due-process problems and moral harm; speakers cited bills to the federal government and urged alternatives such as a welcome center and policy changes.
During the public‑comment portion of the Butler County Commission meeting, more than a half‑dozen residents urged the board to end the county's contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and raised concerns about local detention practices.
Selena Parker, CEO of The Lodge Activity Center, opened comments by thanking commissioners for support of the Board of Developmental Disabilities. Later speakers directly addressed the ICE contract: Cathy…
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