 As immigration agents continue their escalated enforcement throughout the country and on the heels of the tragic violent incidents that recently occurred in Minnesota, I am hearing a lot of concern from constituents, especially about increasing reports of activities here. Everyone should know their rights when it comes to interacting with immigration enforcement agents.
The Washington Immigration Solidarity Network (WAISN) has compiled a list of resources, including what your rights are in an encounter with immigration agents and upcoming trainings if you wish to learn more.
If you witness immigration enforcement activity or arrest or if your family has been impacted by an immigration operation, you can call or text the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline at 1-844-724-3737.
If you have other questions or concerns, my office is also here to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and we can connect you with additional local resources.
Click the image to watch KOMO's coverage about my latest call for broader financial oversight
Last week, I introduced an amendment to the King County Auditor’s 2026-2027 work plan to conduct a full review of locally funded Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) community grants, expanding on the 2025 audit which reviewed a sample consisting of only 2% of provider payments from 2024. I am pleased that all of my colleagues joined me in approving this amendment.
I am concerned, and have heard tremendous community concern, about the possibility of public funds being misused instead of for their intended purpose of helping communities across King County. With my amendment, the work plan calls for completion of a thorough review within the current biennium and directs the auditor to provide semi-annual updates on progress to the King County Council to better understand the broader scope of issues within the contracts administered by DCHS, provide transparency for the public, make the necessary changes and corrections to ensure accountability for the future.
As we celebrate the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl victory, we also have other local athletes to be proud of! Eunice Lee grew up in Bellevue and, in 2022 at the age of 17, was the youngest speed skater to be named to the U.S. Olympic Team. This year, she will compete as a speed skater in the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics for Team USA. Best of luck, Eunice!
As your councilmember on the King County Council, I need to know what’s important to you. Please consider taking a short survey to share your priorities and your ideas about how we can work together to make King County a safe, welcoming place for all.
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