Tallahassee Police Department signs agreement to aid ICE

The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has signed an agreement to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in enforcing immigration laws. This decision has sparked a debate between city officials regarding its legal necessity and implications. City Manager Reese Goad supports the agreement, stating it aligns with Florida's immigration enforcement policies. However, City Commissioner Jack Porter questions its legal requirement, citing differing opinions from the city attorney and other police chiefs. The agreement allows select TPD officers to perform immigration enforcement duties, including interrogating and arresting individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. This move follows a statewide push for local law enforcement to participate in immigration enforcement efforts.