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Mayor Lurie Stops Federal Immigration Surge in San Francisco

1/10/2026

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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie said his talk with U.S. President Donald Trump prevented a surge of federal immigration agents in the city.
Lurie told CBS News he convinced Trump not to deploy agents, citing improvements in crime rates and local law enforcement.
He acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly with nighttime drug markets.
He declined to comment on a proposed California tax on billionaires, saying he prefers focusing on local issues.

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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie said his talk with U.S. President Donald Trump prevented a surge of federal immigration agents in the city.
Lurie told CBS News he convinced Trump not to deploy agents, citing improvements in crime rates and local law enforcement.
He acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly with nighttime drug markets.
He declined to comment on a proposed California tax on billionaires, saying he prefers focusing on local issues.