Can Cities Ban ICE From Their Jurisdictions?

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March 5th, 2026

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The Center Square's TJ Martinell and Tim Clouser discuss a new law in Spokane that restricts ICE from using public and private property for their opporations within their city limits. Seattle has enacted similar laws under Mayor Katie Wilson. Do local governments have the power to superseded federal law enforcement?

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