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Houston council demands accountability for police-ICE coordination violations

Mar 31, 2026 · Houston, TX

Houston council demands accountability for police-ICE coordination violations

Houston City Council members demanded accountability and policy changes after discovering that at least two police officers directly transported people to ICE agents in July and August 2025. Mayor John Whitmire stated the officers violated Houston Police Department policy. Council members called for Police Chief Noe Diaz to appear before city council to discuss coordination between local law enforcement and federal immigration enforcement, citing concerns that such coordination diverted resources from local law enforcement priorities.

Timeline

Mar 31, 2026Houston City Council members demanded accountability and called for Police Chief Noe Diaz to appear before council to discuss police-ICE coordination policies
Jul 1, 2025Police officers transported people to ICE agents (July-August 2025 period)

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