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Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie claimed credit for securing $3.4 million in philanthropic funding for immigrant legal defense, but he only sponsored legislation to accept a grant awarded to the San Francisco Public Defender's Office by the Crankstart Foundation. While Lurie’s office framed the announcement as a significant step to support the immigrant community, critics noted that he effectively cut existing funding for immigrant legal services.

ODC Theater 2025 FACTSF Summer Dance Festival

FACT/SF, a contemporary dance company based in San Francisco, will host its Summer Dance Festival at ODC Theater on August 15, 2025. Founded in 2008 by Charles Slender-White, the company aims to promote innovative dance performances. The festival is expected to showcase a variety of contemporary dance styles.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie claimed credit for securing $3.4 million in funding for immigrant legal defense, but the grant was awarded to the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office by the Crankstart Foundation without Lurie’s direct involvement. Critics argue that Lurie’s actions are largely ceremonial, as he opted not to renew prior funding for immigrant services, effectively cutting support during a critical time.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced the acquisition of $3.4 million for immigrant legal defense, but he merely sponsored legislation for a grant secured by the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. Critics, including former supervisors, called Lurie's claim misleading, stating it does not reflect substantial support for immigrant services. Additionally, Lurie declined to renew prior funding, marking a de facto reduction in resources for immigrant defense.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced $3.4 million in funding for immigrant legal defense, claiming credit for a grant secured by the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. Despite the announcement, Lurie did not play a significant role in obtaining the funding and has effectively cut previous support for immigrant defense services.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced $3.4 million in funding for immigrant legal defense, but he played a minimal role in securing the grant. The San Francisco Public Defender’s Office applied for the funding from the Crankstart Foundation, and Lurie’s office only sponsored the necessary legislation to accept the grant. Critics argue that Lurie’s actions do not address the urgent need for immigrant defense funding.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie claimed to have secured $3.4 million in philanthropic funding for immigrant legal defense, but he merely sponsored a routine legislative step for a grant awarded to the Public Defender's Office. Critics, including former supervisors, noted that Lurie did not play a significant role in obtaining the funding and that he has effectively reduced support for immigrant legal defense by not renewing previous funding.

What can San Francisco teachers do if ICE comes knocking?

San Francisco teachers prepare for potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on school grounds as students return to public school. Despite the district's sanctuary policies, educators express concerns over inadequate training and the possibility of students' parents being detained. Teachers are taking proactive measures, including distributing Know Your Rights cards and forming response protocols.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced the acquisition of $3.4 million for immigrant legal defense, claiming credit for funding secured by the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office from the Crankstart Foundation. Critics argue Lurie’s actions amount to a routine legislative step, with concerns raised about his failure to renew previous funding for immigrant defense.

Mayor Lurie takes credit for immigrant legal funding he had little to do with

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced $3.4 million in philanthropic funding for immigrant legal defense, claiming to have secured the funds. However, the grant was awarded to the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office by the Crankstart Foundation, and Lurie’s role was limited to sponsoring the legislation needed to accept the funds. Critics argue this action does not sufficiently address the urgent needs of the immigrant community.