S.F. supervisors to cops Come up with a policy to respond to ICE, please

San Francisco supervisors requested that law enforcement create protocols for responding to ICE operations in the city. Supervisor Chyanne Chen highlighted the risk of eroding public trust, especially among communities of color, due to recent arrests by masked federal agents. The non-binding resolution encourages the police and sheriff’s departments to develop guidelines for officers regarding ICE encounters, referencing the LAPD's approach as a potential model. This resolution gained support from five additional supervisors following a violent protest against ICE, where an agent brandished a rifle at demonstrators. San Francisco police have faced scrutiny for their role during these protests and for data-sharing with ICE.

The pressure to create effective protocols comes as the department experiences leadership changes, with interim Chief Paul Yep not seeking a permanent position. Mayor Daniel Lurie has refrained from commenting directly on ICE arrests, despite concerns from immigration advocates about public safety. The resolution aims to uphold due process rights and ensure the safety of all residents in San Francisco.