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What is Coast Guard Island? Whos been deported in 2025? Will OPD assist federal agents?

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More than 100 federal agents from U. S. Customs and Border Protection arrived at Coast Guard Island in Alameda, marking the potential start of significant immigration enforcement operations across the Bay Area. Mayor Barbara Lee reaffirmed Oakland's commitment as a sanctuary city, stating that local police will not assist in federal immigration actions, consistent with city law. Coast Guard Island, a 67-acre base between Oakland and Alameda, has been designated as a staging ground for these operations by the Department of Homeland Security.

This move has raised concerns among local officials, particularly as it echoes similar operations in Chicago and Los Angeles that led to violent confrontations between protesters and federal agents. Oakland Unified School District communicated to families that immigration agents cannot enter schools without a signed warrant and assured them of student safety. The city first declared itself a refuge for immigrants in 1986 and formalized its sanctuary status in 2019. The presence of federal agents has prompted local leaders to actively monitor the situation and engage with state and federal representatives. As tensions rise, the community is encouraged to report any information regarding immigration enforcement activities.

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