The Dallas City Council meeting on August 6, 2025, focused heavily on community concerns regarding the Dallas Police Department's (DPD) collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Several residents voiced their fears about the impact of ICE operations on immigrant communities, calling for a clear stance from city officials against any cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Community members expressed a strong desire for transparency regarding DPD's immigration policies. They demanded a public commitment from DPD leadership, including Chief Como and Sheriff Brown, to refrain from sharing confidential information with ICE and to end any formal or informal collaboration. Many speakers highlighted the fear and distrust that ICE activities have instilled in local neighborhoods, arguing that such actions undermine community policing and public safety.

One resident, Anthony Bridges, criticized the portrayal of ICE detainees as dangerous criminals, asserting that many are law-abiding individuals contributing to society. He urged city officials to take a firm stand against ICE, warning that failure to do so could lead to a loss of public trust and support for local leaders.

Another speaker, Tiger Davis, described the situation as a humanitarian crisis, emphasizing the need for the city to act decisively to protect its residents from what he termed "inhumane conditions" faced by those detained by ICE. He proposed measures to ensure ICE agents identify themselves during arrests and called for a reduction in cooperation between DPD and ICE to the bare minimum required by law.

Karen Muncy, a lifelong Dallas resident, echoed these sentiments, urging the council to refuse any collaboration with ICE, which she argued has led to family separations and increased fear within immigrant communities. She requested a public commitment from DPD to not assist in immigration enforcement activities.

The meeting underscored a growing demand for accountability and transparency from local law enforcement regarding their interactions with federal immigration authorities. Residents called for immediate action to protect vulnerable populations and restore trust in the police force. The council's response to these demands will be crucial in shaping the future of community-police relations in Dallas.