Donald Trump, Philadelphia City Council and immigration

Philadelphia holds "Trump preparedness hearing" after recent executive orders on immigration
A City Council committee will hold a hearing on residents' concerns after President Trump's recent executive orders on immigration and other issues.
Philadelphia City Council plans "Trump preparedness hearing" following early executive orders
Philadelphia City Council's "Trump preparedness hearing" follows the president's executive orders that have caused anxiety and fear among immigrants and members of the LGBTQ+ community in the region.
Philadelphia City Council to hold hearing on immigration policy as Trump takes office
According to a city spokesperson, the Parker administration's stance on the issue of immigration in Philadelphia has remained unchanged since the November election.
City Council explores how Philadelphia is prepped to challenge changes implemented by the Trump administration
Nearly a dozen people testified at a City Council hearing about how changes in the White House will be felt in Philadelphia.
As Trump administration's deportation efforts ramp up, Philadelphia holds "preparedness hearing"
Philadelphia officials met Wednesday to reinforce the city's responsibilities and policies on immigration but also address the limits of their power compared to the federal government in light of recent executive orders signed by President Trump early into his second term.
Philadelphia’s director of immigrant affairs resigns days into Trump administration
The head of Philadelphia’s Office of Immigrant Affairs has resigned and will leave Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration this week, a departure that comes as the city’s immigrant community is grappling with a new presidential administration that has promised a mass deportation.
At Philly's 'Trump preparedness' hearing, immigration advocates push for greater protections
With harsher policies looming, community groups told City Council that the city and its schools must stand up to ICE.
Philly City Council is considering fewer bills than it has in years. Does that matter?
Amid deep political polarization, lawmakers in Harrisburg and Washington have in recent years been historically unproductive ...
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ICE Raids in Philly: How city will respond to Trump's executive orders
Members of Philadelphia City Council are assuring the immigrant and LGBTQ communities the city has laws to protect them in advance of potential action by the Trump Administration while suggesting ...
Philadelphia councilmembers reflect on Sixers arena shocker: how they found out and lessons for the future
Five city councilmembers shared with CBS News Philadelphia how they found out about the new Sixers arena plans being scrapped ...
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City, school officials to Philadelphians vulnerable to Trump administration policies: We've got your back
City Council hearing on Wednesday, officials sought to reassure residents that the city is prepared to defend vulnerable ...
City Council wants answers on Philly schools’ so-called ‘rubber rooms’
City Councilmember Isaiah Thomas said he understands several hundred staff are parked in the rubber rooms every year, and ...
Philadelphia expands tenant protection
Philadelphia’s efforts to protect tenants are widespread. In 2020, the city started piloting a program featuring ...
Owners of 76ers and Flyers announce plans to build new arena in South Philadelphia
It is a head-spin development from the fight the 76ers have lodged over the last two years when it sought to build a new ...
Mayor Parker’s administration says Philly’s sanctuary city policy remains despite threats from Trump
Philadelphia City Council held its first "Trump preparedness hearing" Wednesday after President Donald Trump signed sweeping ...