Contra Costa residents rally behind undocumented migrants in the wake of federal immigration court crackdowns.
As the nation grapples with the complexities of immigration policy, Contra Costa County is taking a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions that have left many residents feeling frustrated and fearful. The county's residents are coming together to support undocumented migrants who are struggling to navigate the system.
Contra Costa's Concord Immigration Court has become a lightning rod for protests, with federal agents increasingly clashing with protesters over issues related to immigration enforcement. However, it is not just the court that is fueling the tensions – the broader community has responded by rallying behind these migrant families and pushing back against ICE's aggressive tactics.
In partnership with organizations such as United Latino Voices and Concord Communities Alliance, Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa recently organized a procession to honor those who have been detained, deported or are missing due to ICE. The event was part of a larger effort by the group to raise awareness about the human impact of these policies.
"We are standing together with others across the country to demand justice, dignity and due process for all," said Kathryn Durham-Hammer, founder of Indivisible ReSisters Walnut Creek. "Our community refuses to be silent while families are being torn apart and people are disappeared."
One of the key figures driving this movement is U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-Concord), who has been vocal in his criticism of ICE's actions. In a letter to the acting director of ICE, DeSaulnier wrote that "these kinds of underhanded enforcement actions also call into question the [Trump] administration's commitment to the American ideals of law and order and the right to due process."
Contra Costa County Supervisor Diane Burgis has also been a vocal supporter of these efforts. She stated that the issues with ICE are "upsetting and unnerving" for the community, but praised the work being done by organizations such as Stand Together Contra Costa.
Stand Together Contra Costa is an initiative that provides 24-hour hotline services for rapid deportation defense, aiming to ensure immigrants have access to legal due process regardless of financial situation. The county has contributed over $3 million towards this organization in recent years, recognizing the critical role it plays in supporting immigrant families.
The Stand Together Bay Area fund, launched by the San Francisco Foundation, is another key player in this effort. Pledging to raise $10 million for local nonprofits providing assistance to immigrant families, the foundation's CEO Fred Blackwell stated that "immigrant communities are a vital part of the Bay Area's social and economic fabric."
As the nation grapples with the complexities of immigration policy, Contra Costa County is taking a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions that have left many residents feeling frustrated and fearful. The county's residents are coming together to support undocumented migrants who are struggling to navigate the system.
Contra Costa's Concord Immigration Court has become a lightning rod for protests, with federal agents increasingly clashing with protesters over issues related to immigration enforcement. However, it is not just the court that is fueling the tensions – the broader community has responded by rallying behind these migrant families and pushing back against ICE's aggressive tactics.
In partnership with organizations such as United Latino Voices and Concord Communities Alliance, Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa recently organized a procession to honor those who have been detained, deported or are missing due to ICE. The event was part of a larger effort by the group to raise awareness about the human impact of these policies.
"We are standing together with others across the country to demand justice, dignity and due process for all," said Kathryn Durham-Hammer, founder of Indivisible ReSisters Walnut Creek. "Our community refuses to be silent while families are being torn apart and people are disappeared."
One of the key figures driving this movement is U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-Concord), who has been vocal in his criticism of ICE's actions. In a letter to the acting director of ICE, DeSaulnier wrote that "these kinds of underhanded enforcement actions also call into question the [Trump] administration's commitment to the American ideals of law and order and the right to due process."
Contra Costa County Supervisor Diane Burgis has also been a vocal supporter of these efforts. She stated that the issues with ICE are "upsetting and unnerving" for the community, but praised the work being done by organizations such as Stand Together Contra Costa.
Stand Together Contra Costa is an initiative that provides 24-hour hotline services for rapid deportation defense, aiming to ensure immigrants have access to legal due process regardless of financial situation. The county has contributed over $3 million towards this organization in recent years, recognizing the critical role it plays in supporting immigrant families.
The Stand Together Bay Area fund, launched by the San Francisco Foundation, is another key player in this effort. Pledging to raise $10 million for local nonprofits providing assistance to immigrant families, the foundation's CEO Fred Blackwell stated that "immigrant communities are a vital part of the Bay Area's social and economic fabric."
The way Contra Costa County residents are coming together to support undocumented migrants is really inspiring. It shows that even when things seem hopeless, people can still make a difference. I'm loving how U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier and Diane Burgis are speaking out against ICE's actions – it's about time someone in power listened to the community! 
And stand-up organizations like Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa and Stand Together Contra Costa are doing incredible work, providing vital services to immigrant families. It's amazing how $3 million from the county can make a huge impact! 
. i think rep mark desaulnier is doing an awesome job speaking out against these injustices, and kudos to contra costa county supervisor diane burgis for backing these efforts too 
. what really gets me is that there's a lot of organizations doing amazing work like stand together contra costa - they're literally providing 24/7 hotline services to help ppl navigate the system 
. we gotta keep supporting them and making our voices heard in this conversation 
... but people in Contra Costa County aren't having it. They're coming together to support those who are struggling, which I think is really admirable 
. These organizations are doing some amazing work, like Stand Together Contra Costa's hotline service, and it's awesome that the county has contributed so much money 
. It just goes to show that even small actions can make a big difference...
. We should be supporting them, not makin it hard for 'em. It's all about treatin' people with dignity and respect, ya know? 
, but honestly it's about time people started speaking up. We can't just sit back while families get torn apart 
. I'm not saying everything will be okay overnight, but at least we're taking a stand. The fact that our local reps are supporting these efforts is a big deal 
. It shows they're listening to the community and not just ignoring us. We need more of that kind of leadership. I'm worried about the impact on our community though 
, it's going to take time for things to settle down.
. You got these federal agents trying to crack down on undocumented migrants, but meanwhile the community is all like "no way, dude" 
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- standing up for each other and refusing to be silenced. And props to Rep. DeSaulnier and Supervisor Burgis for being all vocal about this stuff... they're like the cool, calm, and collected teachers from your high school days 
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. And with the Stand Together Bay Area fund raising $10 million? That's like the entire county coming together to throw a giant party 
. Okay, maybe not that last one... but you get the idea 
they deserve dignity & respect regardless of their status 
and yeah we gotta question these policies that are literally tearing families apart 
but what really gets me is how much $$$ is being thrown around to help these ppl 
, i think we should all be supporting each other regardless of our background or situation, we can't just sit back and watch people be torn apart 
, every single one of us has a role to play in creating positive change 
. It's heartening to see the community coming together like this and pushing back against policies that are so damaging to families. Let's keep showing support for these migrants and advocating for justice and human rights! 
Just saw what's going down in Contra Costa County and I'm feeling super inspired by the community's response to ICE actions 
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. We need more law and order, not more hand-holding and apologies for people who broke the law in the first place 
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. Plus, organizations like Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa and Stand Together Contra Costa are doing some seriously important work 
. We gotta keep raising awareness about this stuff and supporting those who are affected 
its kinda scary when u see all these ppl bein torn apart from their families over something thats not even rite 
. And the county supervisor Diane Burgis, she's all about that justice and dignity life 
. We need more people like this in our communities who are willing to stand up for what's right! 
And meanwhile, people are being detained and deported left and right... I'm all for supporting the migrant families and organizations doing this important work, but can't we be more proactive on this whole policy thing? Like, is it really that hard to find some common ground and make laws that actually help everyone? 
. The county is standing up for them, which is awesome 
. We need more empathy and understanding for these people who are already going through so much 
. Let's keep supporting organizations like Indivisible ReSisters Contra Costa and Stand Together Contra Costa