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Dallas Police Chief Rejects $25M ICE Funding Proposal

10/19/2025

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Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux rejected a $25 million federal funding offer from ICE to support immigration enforcement under the 287(g) program.
Comeaux emphasized that Dallas Police Department officers do not conduct immigration arrests.
Mayor Eric Johnson favors exploring an ICE partnership, arguing it could boost public safety without budget impacts.
Any agreement would require City Council approval and may face challenges in a predominantly Democratic city.

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Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux rejected a $25 million federal funding offer from ICE to support immigration enforcement under the 287(g) program.
Comeaux emphasized that Dallas Police Department officers do not conduct immigration arrests.
Mayor Eric Johnson favors exploring an ICE partnership, arguing it could boost public safety without budget impacts.
Any agreement would require City Council approval and may face challenges in a predominantly Democratic city.