Gavin Newsom: Immigrants Feel 'Vigilantism' from Unaccountable ICE Agents

Immigrant Community Concerns

• 💬 Immigrant communities in California have expressed feeling under siege and that there is no accountability for what they perceive as vigilantism.
• ❓ Individuals are reportedly not identifying themselves or being held accountable, leading to confusion about whether they are legitimate law enforcement or illegitimate actors.
• ⚖️ There is a lack of understanding regarding their rights, and a concern that state and local governments are not doing enough to protect them.

Governor Newsom's Response

• 📝 Governor Newsom shared these perspectives, which were intimately expressed to him with specific examples from Southern California.
• 📋 He stated he will be following up on these concerns with his team upon returning to Sacramento, supported by detailed notes from the meetings.
• 🎤 While not wanting to parrot the exact language, Newsom emphasized the importance of sharing the community's perspective on their experiences.