FALL RIVER — As President Donald Trump’s second term dawns, his administration rolled back longstanding policy that prevents federal agents from raiding “sensitive locations,” including K-12 schools.
Mayor Paul Coogan said he hasn’t heard of any changes to policy, and noted that traditionally ICE officials notify the local police chief before entering a community to carry out a search.
The Trump administration’s hardline stance on immigration enforcement has led some Massachusetts public school districts to prepare to shield students from the chance of a visit from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. In Brockton, Superintendent Priya Tahiliani said federal agents who attempt to arrest students will be directed to the superintendent’s office and the district will seek legal counsel.
Some Massachusetts school systems, including Brockton, have said they would shield students from potential immigration raids.
As of Jan. 24,…
