San Diego County Supervisors Ban Federal Immigration Agencies from Firearm Training Facilities

San Diego, CA, August 18, 2026 —

San Diego, CA – The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has voted to prohibit federal immigration enforcement agencies, such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), from utilizing county-owned firearm training facilities. The 3-2 vote on Tuesday will result in the termination of current license agreements that permit these federal agencies access to the facilities.

The decision follows significant public outcry and expressions of concern from local activists regarding the broader impact of federal immigration operations on the community. Supporters of the ban, including the majority of the supervisors who voted in favor, stated that the measure is intended to safeguard the safety and well-being of county residents.

Opponents of the ban, however, raised concerns that prohibiting these agencies from using the training facilities could potentially impede necessary law enforcement training and negatively affect overall public safety efforts. The specifics of the existing license agreements and the precise timeline for their termination were not detailed in the supervisors’ public statements.

The vote reflects a growing tension between local governance and federal immigration enforcement policies in the region. Further details regarding the implementation of the ban and its immediate consequences are expected to be released by the county.

Story summarized from the original created by Karen Weil – City News Service on www.nbcsandiego.com, see more information here.