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California School Board Defends Against Immigration Enforcement Fears

1/30/2026

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California school board members push back on fears about immigration enforcement in schools, with Trustee Kenney Enney saying Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has no reason to enter schools.
The Department of Homeland Security says ICE does not raid schools.
California Teachers Association criticizes ICE for creating a climate of fear that keeps children from attending classes.
Some school officials say immigration-enforcement narratives are politically motivated to influence funding amid declining enrollment.

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California school board members push back on fears about immigration enforcement in schools, with Trustee Kenney Enney saying Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has no reason to enter schools.
The Department of Homeland Security says ICE does not raid schools.
California Teachers Association criticizes ICE for creating a climate of fear that keeps children from attending classes.
Some school officials say immigration-enforcement narratives are politically motivated to influence funding amid declining enrollment.