Council discusses federal immigration enforcement
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The Council received a verbal report on federal immigration enforcement and related threats to public services and facilities, took no action in open session, consulted with LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell, and recessed to closed session to receive legal advice and instruct counsel on three potential litigation matters. Special motions were referred for posting after the meeting.
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The City Council heard an informational briefing about federal immigration enforcement and possible threats to city services but did not vote or change policy during the public meeting. Council members consulted with the Los Angeles Police Department and then met in closed session to get legal advice about three possible lawsuits and gave instructions to their lawyers; closed-session details are confidential and not included in the public minutes. Any special motions referenced will be posted on the City Clerk’s website later. Residents should not expect immediate policy changes from this meeting.
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- No action taken in open session; the item was handled as a verbal report and discussion.
- Council consulted with Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell regarding threats to public services and facilities.
- Council recessed to closed session and received legal advice regarding the potential initiation of three litigation matters.
- Council instructed legal counsel with respect to the subject litigation during closed session.
- Special motions were referred and will be posted on the City Clerk's website after the meeting.
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