The Bay Federal Immigration Agents in the Bay: What We Know and Don’t Know
Oct 24, 2025
Taiki Hendricks, Senior immigration editor at KQED, dives into the recent news of federal immigration agents poised for operations in the Bay Area. He clarifies the roles of agencies like ICE and Border Patrol, noting the significance of their presence in urban spaces. Taiki discusses Mayor Lurie's announcement about President Trump's reversal of plans for San Francisco, while leaving uncertainties about the rest of the region. The conversation also highlights grassroots response efforts from local leaders and activists amid the tense atmosphere.
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Clashes At Alameda Coast Guard Gate
- Protesters at the Coast Guard base clashed with federal agents, and at least two people were injured during confrontations.
- Witnesses reported a flashbang thrown into the crowd and an agent driving over an organizer's ankle.
Border Patrol — Not ICE — Was Reported
- Border Patrol agents, part of CBP, were reported to be based at the Alameda Coast Guard station rather than ICE agents.
- Taiki Hendricks highlighted that Border Patrol operating inside cities like San Francisco is remarkable and unusual.
Uncertainty Fueled Regionwide Fear
- Officials and advocates responded with broad resistance and heightened fear across immigrant communities.
- That uncertainty amplified calls from leaders like Governor Newsom and Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee to stand with immigrant communities.