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Gov. Kotek reinforces Oregon sanctuary law after ICE actions in Salem, at processing plant
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Key Points:
- Oregon Governor Tina Kotek responded to increased ICE activity in the state, citing at least 45 detentions since October 6 and incidents including ICE use of tear gas in Salem to disperse protesters.
- Kotek reaffirmed Oregon’s Sanctuary Law, emphasizing that state and local resources will not assist federal immigration enforcement, and pledged to protect immigrant access to education, healthcare, housing, and business.
- The governor highlighted the Interagency Council on Immigrant and Refugee Coordination, established to enhance collaboration among state agencies in support of sanctuary policies and immigrant rights.
- Kotek and Attorney General Dan Rayfield criticized federal "mega master" immigration hearings, arguing they compromise due process by processing large groups of detainees simultaneously.
- The Department of Homeland Security defended the increased ICE enforcement as part of a nationwide effort targeting criminal illegal aliens in sanctuary cities, including those released from jail.
