Applaud California Democrats for Defending Civil Rights

California Democrats are stepping up with bold, people-first leadership — and it deserves recognition. In response to escalating and dangerous immigration enforcement tactics, state lawmakers are advancing smart, principled legislation to protect civil rights, strengthen accountability, and keep communities safe.

From making it easier to hold federal agents accountable for civil rights violations, to closing loopholes that allow local officers to moonlight as immigration agents, to keeping ICE out of courthouses, California leaders are drawing clear lines: no one is above the Constitution, and public safety must never come at the expense of basic rights and human dignity. These proposals focus on transparency, due process, and restoring trust between communities and government.

At a time when fear and intimidation are being used as political tools, California Democrats are choosing courage over silence. They are using the tools within the state’s control to protect residents, defend democratic norms, and ensure that enforcement does not turn into unchecked abuse of power.

Add your name to applaud California Democrats for standing up for civil rights, accountability, and community safety — and for proving that states can lead with justice, dignity, and the rule of law.