Thompson, Velázquez SEEK to Block Immigration FEDS FROM Identifying as Local Police

June 13, 2025 Press Release Washington, D.C. – As the Trump Administration continues unconstitutional deportations, Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) have introduced the Police not ICE Act of 2025 to prohibit immigration officers from wearing any clothing bearing the word “police.” The bill would apply to entities like Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Patrol (CBP). “Our local law enforcement have asked me to make this change because it is eroding the trust they have built with our immigrant communities and it’s hurting their ability to keep our community safe,” said Thompson . “Suggesting ICE officers are members of local law enforcement undermines the relationships immigrant communities have established with police departments. Crimes may go unreported because victims fear they or their loved ones could be reported to immigration officials. Witnesses may not come forward for fear of being reported. This weakens public safety and undercuts local law enforcement. I’m glad to work with Rep. Velázquez to introduce legislation to end this practice.” “Due to Trump’s unconstitutional decisions, immigrant communities live in fear of one day being deported and never seeing their family members again,” said Velázquez . “While we resist the threat of raids and mass deportations, it’s equally important to curb actions that fuel distrust between law enforcement and immigrant communities, like ICE agents posing as local police officers.” The Police not ICE Act of 2025 is co-sponsored by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX), Rep. Eleanor Holmes-Norton (D-DC), Rep. Luz Rivas (D-CA), and Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-TX). Find the full bill text here . Issues : Border Security Immigration Reform