Elected Leaders Condemn ICE Actions Near Schools, Call for Protection

Elected leaders condemn ICE operations near schools, calling them cruel and exploitative. Parents and students face fear and trauma.

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September 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — San Diego, United States — Elected officials and community leaders have strongly criticized recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations conducted near schools, labeling the actions as harmful and inappropriate.

Two separate enforcement actions were reported, one at San Diego City College and another at John Marshall Elementary School, where parents were detained while dropping off their children. The incidents have sparked widespread concern over the impact on students and families.

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Rep. Scott Peters expressed deep concern over the detentions, stating that schools should be safe spaces for learning. He emphasized the need for legislation to prevent immigration enforcement near sensitive locations like schools and hospitals. Mayor Todd Gloria also condemned the disruptions, highlighting the emotional toll on children and families. The San Diego Education Association strongly criticized the arrests, calling the actions unethical and unacceptable.

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