The City of Eagle has taken a firm stance on illegal immigration following resident demands. On Tuesday, the Eagle City Council passed a resolution declaring it will not become a “sanctuary city” for undocumented immigrants or use city funds to assist those living in the country illegally. The resolution, which passed without comment from city council members or Mayor Brad Pike, reflects multiple public comments in favor of such a move over the past month.
AMAZING. The City of Eagle in Idaho just adopted a resolution vowing never to become a “sanctuary city” and prevent any public funds from being used to support illegals.
Every city in the country should adopt the same resolution! pic.twitter.com/j9Z7P9PSmQ
— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) July 11, 2024
The resolution highlights concerns over the impact of sanctuary city policies on budgets and public safety. The term “sanctuary city” refers to localities that do not fully cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Eagle contracts with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office for policing, but jail operations are overseen by Sheriff Matt Clifford.
In response to unfounded social media rumors about buses of undocumented migrants being dropped off in Idaho, the resolution reassures residents that the city will not support such actions. Despite these rumors, there is no evidence of migrants being bused to Idaho, according to East Idaho News and other local sources.