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Davenport Council Rejects ICE Cooperation, Upholds Local Control

1/29/2026

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On January 28, 2026, the Davenport City Council in Davenport, Iowa unanimously passed an issue paper opposing a state proposal requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The decision signals local control and frames ICE as violent and illegitimate, according to speakers.
Alderwoman Jazmin Newton emphasized preserving law enforcement decisions.
The issue paper will be sent to the Iowa State Legislature for consideration.

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Story summary

On January 28, 2026, the Davenport City Council in Davenport, Iowa unanimously passed an issue paper opposing a state proposal requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The decision signals local control and frames ICE as violent and illegitimate, according to speakers.
Alderwoman Jazmin Newton emphasized preserving law enforcement decisions.
The issue paper will be sent to the Iowa State Legislature for consideration.