1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

I strongly support the "Visible Act" bill introduced by Senator Alex Padilla to prohibit immigration officers from concealing their identities during enforcement activities. The scenes of masked agents snatching people off the streets without proper identification or warrants are deeply concerning and undermine public trust in law enforcement. Requiring clear display of agency affiliation, names, or badge numbers is a reasonable measure to increase transparency and accountability. Immigration enforcement should not resemble covert kidnappings that instill fear in communities. This bill strikes a sensible balance by allowing exceptions for officer safety while upholding civil liberties and the public's right to know they are dealing with legitimate officials. Passing this legislation is crucial to restore faith in the integrity of the immigration system and ensure operations align with democratic values of openness. I urge swift passage of the Visible Act to prevent further erosion of trust between agencies and the people they serve.