Dallas Police Decline to Assist ICE in Trump Administration Deportation Raids

Interim Chief Michael Igo emphasizes community trust and safety while rejecting federal collaboration on immigration enforcement.

Dallas Police Department (DPD) Interim Chief Michael Igo announced the department will not assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in deportation operations targeting undocumented immigrants.
Igo reassured immigrant communities during outreach meetings that DPD will not detain or report undocumented individuals for minor offenses or 911 calls and emphasized that no raids will occur in schools, churches, or hospitals.
The decision contrasts with Texas Governor Greg Abbott's strong support for the Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies, including offering state resources to aid federal deportation efforts.
Abbott's office criticized Dallas officials, calling for statewide cooperation with ICE, while some online critics demanded consequences for the DPD's stance.
Igo clarified that undocumented individuals with active criminal warrants remain at risk of deportation and urged community members to continue reporting crimes without fear.