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Mayor Brown Statement on Protest Outside of ICE Office

Erin Hut, Communications Director, ehut@spokanecity.org

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:37 p.m.

Mayor Lisa Brown released the following statement Wednesday afternoon:  

“I am aware of the situation unfolding outside of the Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in Spokane. The City of Spokane respects and upholds everyone’s First Amendment rights and right to be on public property.  

“The City of Spokane continues to uphold the Keep Washington Working Act. The Spokane Police Department will address violations of Spokane Municipal Code.  

“I encourage everyone to remain peaceful and safe, and my heart goes out to families being separated. Our unity is stronger than any attempt to divide us.”