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Tech Workers Petition Trump to End ICE Violence

1/27/2026

Summary

Story summary

Over 800 tech workers from Google, Meta, and Amazon signed a petition urging U.S. President Donald Trump to remove Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from U.S. cities.
The killings of two individuals by ICE in Minnesota sparked widespread outrage.
Petitioners say tech leaders can shape policy by citing the San Francisco ICE halt and calling for an end to ICE violence and cancellation of ICE contracts.

History

Historical Context

In 2018, San Francisco's Board of Supervisors limited cooperation with ICE, reflecting rising tensions over immigration enforcement amid protests against ICE's actions. This decision followed the deaths of individuals like those in Minnesota, which fueled public sentiment. A recent petition by over 800 tech workers from companies like Google and Meta highlights the tech industry's growing influence on immigration policy and city-federal relations.

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Story summary

Over 800 tech workers from Google, Meta, and Amazon signed a petition urging U.S. President Donald Trump to remove Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from U.S. cities.
The killings of two individuals by ICE in Minnesota sparked widespread outrage.
Petitioners say tech leaders can shape policy by citing the San Francisco ICE halt and calling for an end to ICE violence and cancellation of ICE contracts.

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