1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

I urge you to refuse to vote for any appropriations bill for the Department of Homeland Security that continues to fund ICE and Border Patrol and protect our communities. The killing of Renee Good on January 7 and Alex Pretti on January 24 are devastating examples of what happens when federal immigration enforcement operates without meaningful restrictions. Their deaths are a result of unchecked violence, impunity, and abuse carried out by federal immigration enforcement agencies that put everyday people at risk. You cannot stand by while ICE continues to harm communities across the country. Please refuse to vote for any FY2026 appropriations bill that includes any funding for ICE or Border Patrol, including funds for detention.  Every Member of Congress must insist on real limits and accountability before any funding is approved. I hope to see you standing up for the safety, dignity, and rights of all people in our communities.