I’ve always been clear: Houston follows local and state law. We are not ICE, and we do not enforce federal immigration law.
Today, I joined a majority of City Council to pass a sensitive ordinance on immigration procedures. Staying focused on public safety not politics.
🚨Update for Media: News Conference regarding the shooting on West Sixth Street will take place at 9:30 AM at APD Headquarters, 715 E 8th St., 4th Floor.
This is for Media only. Please bring your credentials and arrive by 9:15 AM.
The City of Houston is aware of reports of ICE sightings at some of our 12 warming centers. This is false information spreading in the community.
En Español:
La ciudad de Houston está al tanto de los informes sobre la presencia de agentes de ICE en algunos de nuestros 12 centros de calentamiento. Esto es información falsa que se está difundiendo en la comunidad.
BREAKING: An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.4 has struck offshore of a southern Philippine province.
A tsunami alert has also been issued.
Read more: https://t.co/GkcHJQqDzv
📢 I’m running for Congress in #TX18 because working families need a fighter in Washington. I’ve taken on MAGA Republicans, corporate polluters, scammers, and the Trump-Musk administration—and I’m ready to keep fighting for you.
Let’s build a future that works for everyone.
Statement from FBI Houston:
"FBI Houston and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are currently conducting law enforcement activity near the intersection of Hugh Road and Crescent Peak Drive in north Houston. We have secured a perimeter in that area and are asking people to avoid the area. FBI Houston personnel and specialized teams will be on-site for several hours. This activity is related to this morning’s New Orleans attack, but due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, no further information can be provided."
FULL STORY: https://t.co/QOWnEkHgjZ