Supes vote unanimously for SFPD, sheriff to make plan for dealing with ICE

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a resolution on July 22, 2025, directing the police and sheriff's departments to create a plan for responding to suspected ICE arrests. This decision comes amid heightened ICE enforcement, particularly during routine court hearings at the immigration court located at 100 Montgomery St. Weekly protests have erupted outside the court, highlighting community concerns regarding the potential for local law enforcement to assist ICE, which contradicts San Francisco's 1989 sanctuary ordinance. Supervisor Chyanne Chen, who introduced the resolution, pointed to the need for clear protocols to maintain trust between law enforcement and residents, especially in her district, which has the highest proportion of foreign-born voters. The resolution is non-binding, as the Board does not directly control law enforcement actions.

Both the police and sheriff's departments maintain they routinely update their training and protocols to ensure effective responses to public safety challenges. The resolution has garnered support from several supervisors, including Board President Rafael Mandelman. Tensions have escalated recently, with incidents of violence reported between ICE officers and protesters, underscoring the urgency of developing a clear operational plan.