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New Investments in Seattle’s Immigrant and Refugee Communities will Expand Legal Defense Services and Help Communities Meet Basic Needs

March 30, 2026

Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson and the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) announced core initial investments for Seattle’s immigrant and refugee communities, focused on legal defense for detained immigrants and providing small community grants to meet basic needs. Last year, while facing a flood of federal policy attacks… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Immigration

Abdi Jama Appointed Special Advisor on Immigrant & Refugee Affairs

February 18, 2026

Abdi Jama has been appointed as Special Advisor on Immigrant & Refugee Affairs for the City of Seattle. A nationally respected leader in immigrant and refugee services, Abdi brings more than two decades of experience strengthening institutions, expanding access to justice, and building durable systems that support immigrant families across… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Administration, Immigration

Mayor Wilson announces initial steps to address federal immigration enforcement activities

January 29, 2026

SEATTLE – Mayor Katie B. Wilson today announced an initial set of actions to protect city residents in the face of increased federal immigration enforcement activity. While the City currently has no information indicating a surge of ICE and CBP activity, there has been increased activity over the last year,… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Immigration, Public Safety

Mayor Wilson’s Statement on ICE Killing in Minneapolis

January 24, 2026

Mayor Katie B. Wilson released the following statement on the killing of Alex Pretti: “I’m horrified by the news this morning out of Minneapolis. I mourn for the victim, their family and friends, and for all of the families being torn apart every day by immigration agents.   I’m also inspired by the ferocity of the community… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Immigration, Public Safety