Alex Lee newsletter archive

Assemblymember Alex Lee strongly supports immigrant rights and opposes aggressive ICE enforcement tactics. He highlights the vital contributions of immigrants to California's economy and culture, especially in his district where 40% are first-generation immigrants. Lee champions legislation reaffirming birthright citizenship, banning ICE agents from wearing masks, and protecting sensitive community spaces from ICE raids. He introduced the No Tax Breaks for ICE Contractors Act to cut corporate tax breaks for companies profiting from ICE contracts, redirecting funds to immigrant legal aid. Additional proposals include increased oversight of detention center approvals, a tax on for-profit detention operators, and barring ICE agents from public employment roles. These efforts align with broader Assembly initiatives to counter ICE's expansion and protect immigrant communities.