The revocation of ICE restrictions in sensitive areas like schools has created fear in New York, affecting student attendance and parental access. Communities are mobilizing to protect educational environments by instructing students and educators on how to deny ICE entry. However, these efforts can be undermined by law enforcement cooperation with ICE, as demonstrated by National Guard interventions. In response, New York legislators and advocates are pushing for the New York for All Act and additional measures to prevent ICE from utilizing biometric surveillance in schools.
President Trump's decision to revoke the directive barring ICE from sensitive areas like schools has instilled fear in communities, disrupting education and health.
New Yorkers are mobilizing to ensure public schools remain safe from ICE, teaching students and staff how to deny entry to ICE officers.
The collaboration between state and local law enforcement and ICE raises concerns, as the National Guard has intervened to enforce deportations in communities.
Lawmakers, including Senators Brisport and Salazar, urge for immediate legislative actions like the New York for All Act to limit ICE cooperation.
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