Fresno Council Bars ICE Staging on City Property Without Warrant

Fresno’s City Council voted 6-1 to restrict federal immigration enforcement activities on city-owned property, including parks, parking lots and buildings, barring staging operations unless agents have a valid judicial warrant or court order. The policy responds to reports of increased ICE activity and concerns from advocates and residents that fear of enforcement is keeping immigrant families from leaving home and using public spaces. Supporters say the measure is intended to protect community safety and trust.