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Hey everyone! We're Local Progress, a national network of local elected officials united in the fight for racial and economic justice.
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
It's wonderful to see so many familiar faces here from Twitter 😁.
If you don't know who we are, here's a little primer! 🧵👇
Congress has until TOMORROW 2/13 to reach an agreement on how and whether to fund DHS.
LP members in 5 localities have taken action to say 📣 ICE OUT 📣
LP members in 5 localities have taken action to say 📣 ICE OUT 📣
February 12, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Congress has until TOMORROW 2/13 to reach an agreement on how and whether to fund DHS.
LP members in 5 localities have taken action to say 📣 ICE OUT 📣
LP members in 5 localities have taken action to say 📣 ICE OUT 📣
The Trump Administration’s rampage in Minnesota should terrify all of us.
NOW is the time to prepare, organize, and take proactive steps to protect your community.
NOW is the time to prepare, organize, and take proactive steps to protect your community.
February 11, 2026 at 6:54 PM
The Trump Administration’s rampage in Minnesota should terrify all of us.
NOW is the time to prepare, organize, and take proactive steps to protect your community.
NOW is the time to prepare, organize, and take proactive steps to protect your community.
BREAKING ‼️135+ state & local electeds across 30 states demand that @governorwalz.mn.gov allow Minnesota cities to enact eviction moratoriums.
As ICE rips families apart, these leaders say families belong at HOME.
localprog.org/LPMNEVLetter
As ICE rips families apart, these leaders say families belong at HOME.
localprog.org/LPMNEVLetter
February 11, 2026 at 5:50 PM
BREAKING ‼️135+ state & local electeds across 30 states demand that @governorwalz.mn.gov allow Minnesota cities to enact eviction moratoriums.
As ICE rips families apart, these leaders say families belong at HOME.
localprog.org/LPMNEVLetter
As ICE rips families apart, these leaders say families belong at HOME.
localprog.org/LPMNEVLetter
As Congress stalls, localities are holding the line and collectively saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
Led by CM Hugo Garcia, Burien, WA joins localities nationwide calling on Congress to rein in the chaos ICE is causing.
b-townblog.com/burien-city-...
Led by CM Hugo Garcia, Burien, WA joins localities nationwide calling on Congress to rein in the chaos ICE is causing.
b-townblog.com/burien-city-...
Burien City Council unanimously backs immigrant protections, advances Gateway sign redesign & more at Monday meeting - The B-Town (Burien) Blog
From community engagement over tacos to a facelift for a city landmark, the Burien City Council’s February 9, 2026, meeting covered a range of local priorities. The evening was marked by a blend of pr...
b-townblog.com
February 11, 2026 at 5:19 PM
As Congress stalls, localities are holding the line and collectively saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
Led by CM Hugo Garcia, Burien, WA joins localities nationwide calling on Congress to rein in the chaos ICE is causing.
b-townblog.com/burien-city-...
Led by CM Hugo Garcia, Burien, WA joins localities nationwide calling on Congress to rein in the chaos ICE is causing.
b-townblog.com/burien-city-...
NEW ‼️ Columbia Heights, MN is the newest locality to call on Congress to withhold additional funding for DHS 👏 S/O @racheljamesmn.bsky.social & Amáda Marquez Simul!
From King County, WA to Columbia Heights, MN and beyond, localities are saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
www.hometownsource.com/abc_newspape...
From King County, WA to Columbia Heights, MN and beyond, localities are saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
www.hometownsource.com/abc_newspape...
Columbia Heights approves resolution calling for end of ICE, CBP surge
The Columbia Heights City Council unanimously approved a resolution Feb. 9 calling for an end to nationwide surges by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection and urges
www.hometownsource.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:55 PM
NEW ‼️ Columbia Heights, MN is the newest locality to call on Congress to withhold additional funding for DHS 👏 S/O @racheljamesmn.bsky.social & Amáda Marquez Simul!
From King County, WA to Columbia Heights, MN and beyond, localities are saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
www.hometownsource.com/abc_newspape...
From King County, WA to Columbia Heights, MN and beyond, localities are saying 📣 ICE OUT 📣
www.hometownsource.com/abc_newspape...
As climate change increases the risk of natural disasters nationwide, localities across Florida are doing their part to lower their climate-warming emissions.
A harmful new bill would hinder their progress ⬇️
www.wusf.org/politics-iss...
A harmful new bill would hinder their progress ⬇️
www.wusf.org/politics-iss...
A Florida bill would prohibit local governments from eliminating their own fossil fuel use
The measure's sponsor says "net-zero" policies drive up costs, while one city commissioner says destructive weather intensified by climate change is actually doing so.
www.wusf.org
February 10, 2026 at 3:38 PM
As climate change increases the risk of natural disasters nationwide, localities across Florida are doing their part to lower their climate-warming emissions.
A harmful new bill would hinder their progress ⬇️
www.wusf.org/politics-iss...
A harmful new bill would hinder their progress ⬇️
www.wusf.org/politics-iss...
"A World Cup that lives up to its name belongs to everyone, not a wealthy few."
Today's joint op-ed from @kendraphlcouncil.bsky.social, @tiffanycaban.bsky.social, and @jackiefielder.bsky.social in @NextCityOrg on the opportunities and the threats that the World Cup poses to our cities:
Today's joint op-ed from @kendraphlcouncil.bsky.social, @tiffanycaban.bsky.social, and @jackiefielder.bsky.social in @NextCityOrg on the opportunities and the threats that the World Cup poses to our cities:
The World Cup Is Coming. Our Cities Must Protect Their People.
Op-ed: As elected officials from U.S. host cities, we know that local governments are the last line of defense against human rights abuses during the FIFA World Cup.
nextcity.org
February 9, 2026 at 11:47 PM
"A World Cup that lives up to its name belongs to everyone, not a wealthy few."
Today's joint op-ed from @kendraphlcouncil.bsky.social, @tiffanycaban.bsky.social, and @jackiefielder.bsky.social in @NextCityOrg on the opportunities and the threats that the World Cup poses to our cities:
Today's joint op-ed from @kendraphlcouncil.bsky.social, @tiffanycaban.bsky.social, and @jackiefielder.bsky.social in @NextCityOrg on the opportunities and the threats that the World Cup poses to our cities:
LP MEMBERS‼️ 2/13 is the deadline for Congress to decide whether to keep funding DHS & ICE.
We need your voice & we need it NOW to rein in Trump’s terror & keep families together. Join us in introducing an ICE OUT resolution to turn up the pressure👇
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
We need your voice & we need it NOW to rein in Trump’s terror & keep families together. Join us in introducing an ICE OUT resolution to turn up the pressure👇
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
ICE OUT | DHS Funding Template Resolutions
Notes: You can find template resolutions for city/counties and school boards below. This language is meant to be a starting point; feel free to edit and amend as relevant for your community. If you ha...
docs.google.com
February 9, 2026 at 7:03 PM
LP MEMBERS‼️ 2/13 is the deadline for Congress to decide whether to keep funding DHS & ICE.
We need your voice & we need it NOW to rein in Trump’s terror & keep families together. Join us in introducing an ICE OUT resolution to turn up the pressure👇
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
We need your voice & we need it NOW to rein in Trump’s terror & keep families together. Join us in introducing an ICE OUT resolution to turn up the pressure👇
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
S/O to King County and Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda for calling for funding restrictions and regulations of DHS 👏
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/no-one-should-fear-their-government-king-county-council-joins-push-put-guardrails-ice/W7QQV3K6KRG2TOMWK5N3WRRNTA/
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/no-one-should-fear-their-government-king-county-council-joins-push-put-guardrails-ice/W7QQV3K6KRG2TOMWK5N3WRRNTA/
This website is unavailable in your location. – KIRO 7 News Seattle
It appears you are attempting to access this website from a country outside of the United States, therefore access cannot be granted at this time.
www.kiro7.com
February 6, 2026 at 11:05 PM
S/O to King County and Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda for calling for funding restrictions and regulations of DHS 👏
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/no-one-should-fear-their-government-king-county-council-joins-push-put-guardrails-ice/W7QQV3K6KRG2TOMWK5N3WRRNTA/
https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/no-one-should-fear-their-government-king-county-council-joins-push-put-guardrails-ice/W7QQV3K6KRG2TOMWK5N3WRRNTA/
"The fear is going to be here for a long time.” - Councilor Pious Ali ( Mayor Pro temp)
The impact of Trump's terror in Maine will be felt for years to come 👇
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/02/03/maine-immigration-enforcement-appears-to-have-slowed-since-surge-but-effects-linger/
The impact of Trump's terror in Maine will be felt for years to come 👇
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/02/03/maine-immigration-enforcement-appears-to-have-slowed-since-surge-but-effects-linger/
Maine immigration enforcement appears to have slowed since surge, but effects linger
Observers say 'normal' enforcement during the Trump administration is far from normal.
www.pressherald.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM
"The fear is going to be here for a long time.” - Councilor Pious Ali ( Mayor Pro temp)
The impact of Trump's terror in Maine will be felt for years to come 👇
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/02/03/maine-immigration-enforcement-appears-to-have-slowed-since-surge-but-effects-linger/
The impact of Trump's terror in Maine will be felt for years to come 👇
https://www.pressherald.com/2026/02/03/maine-immigration-enforcement-appears-to-have-slowed-since-surge-but-effects-linger/
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We’re excited to share our newest leadership team to steer our work, now in year 17🎉 We elected three CMs to fill vacancies on the leadership team of our newly-minted, 24-member bloc.
Chairs: @cmsandynurse.bsky.social @tiffanycaban.bsky.social
Vice Chairs: @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social CM Santosuosso
Chairs: @cmsandynurse.bsky.social @tiffanycaban.bsky.social
Vice Chairs: @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social CM Santosuosso
February 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM
We’re excited to share our newest leadership team to steer our work, now in year 17🎉 We elected three CMs to fill vacancies on the leadership team of our newly-minted, 24-member bloc.
Chairs: @cmsandynurse.bsky.social @tiffanycaban.bsky.social
Vice Chairs: @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social CM Santosuosso
Chairs: @cmsandynurse.bsky.social @tiffanycaban.bsky.social
Vice Chairs: @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social CM Santosuosso
"Our non-public spaces are places you should find help, not handcuffs." - Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer
San Diego is taking action to ensure its people are safe in public AND non-public spaces.
https://kfor.com/border-report/san-diego-county-further-restricts-ice-access-to-non-public-lands/
San Diego is taking action to ensure its people are safe in public AND non-public spaces.
https://kfor.com/border-report/san-diego-county-further-restricts-ice-access-to-non-public-lands/
San Diego County further restricts ICE access to non-public lands
San Diego County’s CLEAR ordinance is meant to restrict federal immigration agents from accessing non-public county spaces without a judicial warrant.
kfor.com
February 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM
"Our non-public spaces are places you should find help, not handcuffs." - Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer
San Diego is taking action to ensure its people are safe in public AND non-public spaces.
https://kfor.com/border-report/san-diego-county-further-restricts-ice-access-to-non-public-lands/
San Diego is taking action to ensure its people are safe in public AND non-public spaces.
https://kfor.com/border-report/san-diego-county-further-restricts-ice-access-to-non-public-lands/
It's #BraveOfUS to speak out.
"Palantir is complicit in helping ICE track and target people's movements, causing harm in our communities across the country, and right here in Denver already." - Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
https://denverite.com/2026/01/27/denver-city-council-congress-defund-ice/
"Palantir is complicit in helping ICE track and target people's movements, causing harm in our communities across the country, and right here in Denver already." - Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
https://denverite.com/2026/01/27/denver-city-council-congress-defund-ice/
Denver City Council members call on Congress to defund and abolish ICE
Councilmembers also called out Palantir, the Colorado-based company that contracts with the immigration agency.
denverite.com
January 29, 2026 at 8:00 PM
It's #BraveOfUS to speak out.
"Palantir is complicit in helping ICE track and target people's movements, causing harm in our communities across the country, and right here in Denver already." - Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
https://denverite.com/2026/01/27/denver-city-council-congress-defund-ice/
"Palantir is complicit in helping ICE track and target people's movements, causing harm in our communities across the country, and right here in Denver already." - Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez
https://denverite.com/2026/01/27/denver-city-council-congress-defund-ice/
Today we’re proud to launch our refreshed program with @repower.org, the Collaborative Governance Academy! We equip local & state elected officials, staff, & movement leaders with skills, strategy, & shared language to govern collaboratively & courageously.
localprog.org/CGA
localprog.org/CGA
Collaborative Governance Academy - Local Progress Impact Lab
Helping You Lead and Govern Building a new culture of governance rooted in collaboration, inclusion, and shared power The Collaborative Governance Academy (CGA) –formerly known as Progressive Governan...
localprog.org
January 29, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Today we’re proud to launch our refreshed program with @repower.org, the Collaborative Governance Academy! We equip local & state elected officials, staff, & movement leaders with skills, strategy, & shared language to govern collaboratively & courageously.
localprog.org/CGA
localprog.org/CGA
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Alameda County is standing firmly on the right side of justice & democracy. The policies we unanimously approved today make clear that every resident has the right to access the County’s safety net services without fear. We will not tolerate ICE ignoring our Constitution, laws & basic human dignity.
January 28, 2026 at 4:31 AM
Alameda County is standing firmly on the right side of justice & democracy. The policies we unanimously approved today make clear that every resident has the right to access the County’s safety net services without fear. We will not tolerate ICE ignoring our Constitution, laws & basic human dignity.
It's #BraveOfUS to protect our communities.
Minority Leader Kendra Brooks & Councilmember Rue Landau announced their "ICE OUT" legislative package 👇
https://www.broadstreetreview.com/features/councilmembers-kendra-brooks-and-rue-landau-announce-legislation-to-protect-philly-from-abuses-by-ice
Minority Leader Kendra Brooks & Councilmember Rue Landau announced their "ICE OUT" legislative package 👇
https://www.broadstreetreview.com/features/councilmembers-kendra-brooks-and-rue-landau-announce-legislation-to-protect-philly-from-abuses-by-ice
Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau announce legislation to…
Locals gathered in below-freezing temps on January 27 for the announcement of new “ICE OUT” legislation cosponsored by Councilmembers Rue Landau and…
www.broadstreetreview.com
January 28, 2026 at 6:01 PM
It's #BraveOfUS to protect our communities.
Minority Leader Kendra Brooks & Councilmember Rue Landau announced their "ICE OUT" legislative package 👇
https://www.broadstreetreview.com/features/councilmembers-kendra-brooks-and-rue-landau-announce-legislation-to-protect-philly-from-abuses-by-ice
Minority Leader Kendra Brooks & Councilmember Rue Landau announced their "ICE OUT" legislative package 👇
https://www.broadstreetreview.com/features/councilmembers-kendra-brooks-and-rue-landau-announce-legislation-to-protect-philly-from-abuses-by-ice
Trump is deploying masked agents nationwide to separate families & terrorize our neighbors. As Congress sits idly by, local leaders are stepping up.
Today, we're proud to unveil our new policy menu to help local officials continue fighting back. localprogress.org/wp-content/u...
Today, we're proud to unveil our new policy menu to help local officials continue fighting back. localprogress.org/wp-content/u...
localprogress.org
January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Trump is deploying masked agents nationwide to separate families & terrorize our neighbors. As Congress sits idly by, local leaders are stepping up.
Today, we're proud to unveil our new policy menu to help local officials continue fighting back. localprogress.org/wp-content/u...
Today, we're proud to unveil our new policy menu to help local officials continue fighting back. localprogress.org/wp-content/u...
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In the wake of two fatal shootings by ICE agents in Minneapolis, many Philadelphians are calling for an end to ICE operations in our cities. This broad package of legislation will enhance public safety by limiting ICE’s presence and formally codify Philadelphia’s “welcoming city” into law.
January 27, 2026 at 4:52 PM
In the wake of two fatal shootings by ICE agents in Minneapolis, many Philadelphians are calling for an end to ICE operations in our cities. This broad package of legislation will enhance public safety by limiting ICE’s presence and formally codify Philadelphia’s “welcoming city” into law.
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Today, we sent a reminder to Congress: We have three equal branches of government for a reason. You have power—use it.
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
January 26, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Today, we sent a reminder to Congress: We have three equal branches of government for a reason. You have power—use it.
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
ICE agents have now taken the lives of two unarmed people in the Twin Cities. We stand in solidarity with our members in Minneapolis and across the country in calling for ICE and DHS to leave Minnesota NOW.
ICE agents have just killed a legal observer monitoring their illegal activities in Minneapolis. Our network stands with our members in the Twin Cities and demands that ICE leave immediately.
Read our statement 👇
Read our statement 👇
January 24, 2026 at 6:48 PM
ICE agents have now taken the lives of two unarmed people in the Twin Cities. We stand in solidarity with our members in Minneapolis and across the country in calling for ICE and DHS to leave Minnesota NOW.
New York's Aid & Incentives for Municipalities was designed to provide the supplemental funding localities need to be stable. But a frozen formula has left cities and towns scrabbling.
As LP Member Alex Marion writes, it's time for New York to update AIM.
empirereportnewyork.com/a-tale-of-tw...
As LP Member Alex Marion writes, it's time for New York to update AIM.
empirereportnewyork.com/a-tale-of-tw...
A Tale of Two Cities, One State
New York's front page for political news. Latest NY politics news, reports, and columnists
empirereportnewyork.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:28 PM
New York's Aid & Incentives for Municipalities was designed to provide the supplemental funding localities need to be stable. But a frozen formula has left cities and towns scrabbling.
As LP Member Alex Marion writes, it's time for New York to update AIM.
empirereportnewyork.com/a-tale-of-tw...
As LP Member Alex Marion writes, it's time for New York to update AIM.
empirereportnewyork.com/a-tale-of-tw...
While it's exciting to host the World Cup, the games threaten to push our communities to the sidelines.
Rising housing costs, heightened surveillance, discrimination, and in this case, immigration threats and hiked up ticket prices:
Rising housing costs, heightened surveillance, discrimination, and in this case, immigration threats and hiked up ticket prices:
Zohran Mamdani to ask Donald Trump to reverse travel bans ahead of World Cup
Citizens of Senegal, Ivory Coast, Iran and Haiti, four countries that have qualified for the World Cup, cannot currently travel to the U.S.
www.nytimes.com
January 22, 2026 at 4:35 PM
While it's exciting to host the World Cup, the games threaten to push our communities to the sidelines.
Rising housing costs, heightened surveillance, discrimination, and in this case, immigration threats and hiked up ticket prices:
Rising housing costs, heightened surveillance, discrimination, and in this case, immigration threats and hiked up ticket prices:
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The Minneapolis City Council unanimously adopted a resolution urging Governor Walz to enact an eviction moratorium as an effort to keep families together. Unfortunately, rent is due soon for so many families. 1/
January 21, 2026 at 12:14 AM
The Minneapolis City Council unanimously adopted a resolution urging Governor Walz to enact an eviction moratorium as an effort to keep families together. Unfortunately, rent is due soon for so many families. 1/
After attending our community responder cohort last year, Johnson County Supervisor Mandi Remington is now championing an unarmed emergency response program pilot in Iowa City and Johnson County!
Safety means sending the right response at the right time.
www.govtech.com/em/safety/io...
Safety means sending the right response at the right time.
www.govtech.com/em/safety/io...
Iowa City, County Partnership to Test 911 Field Mediation
Iowa City and Johnson County are taking part in a pilot program that will aim to develop a protocol that will serve as another response to 911 or other crisis line calls typically handled by local law...
www.govtech.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:03 PM
After attending our community responder cohort last year, Johnson County Supervisor Mandi Remington is now championing an unarmed emergency response program pilot in Iowa City and Johnson County!
Safety means sending the right response at the right time.
www.govtech.com/em/safety/io...
Safety means sending the right response at the right time.
www.govtech.com/em/safety/io...
Localities are truly holding the line.
Kansas City just passed a 5-year ban on detention facilities, putting a decisive stop to Trump's plans for a 10,000-person detention center in the city.
https://kansascitydefender.com/national/immigration/kc-bans-mass-detention-facilities/
Kansas City just passed a 5-year ban on detention facilities, putting a decisive stop to Trump's plans for a 10,000-person detention center in the city.
https://kansascitydefender.com/national/immigration/kc-bans-mass-detention-facilities/
Kansas City Passes 5-Year Ban on Mass Detention Facilities – The Kansas City Defender
Kansas City passes 5-year moratorium blocking ICE detention centers and private prisons as Trump regime considers KC for 10,000-person immigrant camp.
kansascitydefender.com
January 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Localities are truly holding the line.
Kansas City just passed a 5-year ban on detention facilities, putting a decisive stop to Trump's plans for a 10,000-person detention center in the city.
https://kansascitydefender.com/national/immigration/kc-bans-mass-detention-facilities/
Kansas City just passed a 5-year ban on detention facilities, putting a decisive stop to Trump's plans for a 10,000-person detention center in the city.
https://kansascitydefender.com/national/immigration/kc-bans-mass-detention-facilities/