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Clark County Council members faced a packed hearing room on February 11, 2026, as debate continued over whether to issue a resolution condemning U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
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The Washington State Senate has passed a bill that would tighten regulations on the use of automated license plate reader...
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Reports indicate the Department of Homeland Security issued subpoenas to major tech companies seeking data on accounts critical of Donald Trump, raising significant free speech and privacy concerns.
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A federal judge in Portland issued an emergency order halting warrantless civil immigration arrests in Oregon by ICE agents, citing constitutional concerns.
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A federal judge temporarily restricted ICE officers from using tear gas at Portland protests after reports of gas deployment against families and children prompted public outrage.
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A Seattle federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by Patriot Front members alleging infiltration and exposure of personal data, ruling the claims didn’t meet federal computer fraud standards.
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The Washington Supreme Court affirmed dismissal in State v. Yellowcalf (No. 86685-1), emphasizing the limits of prosecutorial evidence and proper procedural standards for trial courts.
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A national strike over immigration enforcement is prompting closures and demonstrations in Oregon, with potential ripple effects into southwest Washington.
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Seattle’s mayor has issued an executive order barring ICE from city property, strengthened SPD protocols, and allocated $4 million to support immigrant communities.
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Rep. Marie Glusenkamp Perez’s vote to fund DHS has ignited debate across Southwest Washington, with critics arguing it sacrifices constitutional oversight for political stability.
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