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HPD Chiefs Skip Immigration Report | Texas News
Houston’s top police leaders skipped a crucial city meeting to dodge questions about immigration enforcement — sparking outrage from council members and community advocates. Chief Diaz and Executive Chief Hardin were expected to present their quarterly report, which revealed 103 immigration-related contacts, 59 released immediately, 19 turned over to ICE, with an average detention time of 39 minutes. Councilwoman Salinas called the absence a “shame,” while Mayor Whitmire explained legal counsel advised against attendance due to an ongoing court case. The city’s April ordinance now requires…
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