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Boston Police Reject ICE Requests, Defend Sanctuary Law

1/28/2026

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The Boston Police Department rejected all 57 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests last year, aligning with the Boston Trust Act.
Commissioner Michael Cox said the department prioritizes the sanctuary law and trust within immigrant communities.
The number of detainer requests rose from 15 in 2024.
The Trump administration is suing Boston over its sanctuary law.

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Story summary

The Boston Police Department rejected all 57 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests last year, aligning with the Boston Trust Act.
Commissioner Michael Cox said the department prioritizes the sanctuary law and trust within immigrant communities.
The number of detainer requests rose from 15 in 2024.
The Trump administration is suing Boston over its sanctuary law.