Glendale Ends ICE Detention Contract
Glendale terminated its 18-year contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to house detainees, citing concerns over public perception despite maintaining legal compliance. This decision follows recent immigration raids in Los Angeles and pressure from community activists who argued the contract violated the California Values Act. The city acknowledged the contract’s divisiveness, even though it maintained safeguards. While ending the contract may hinder family visits for detainees, the city emphasized its commitment to community trust and its core values.
John Q. Hosedrinker