‘Wanton abuse of power’: Kelly, union leader criticize southwest Kansas ICE raids, seek reform

By: Morgan Chilson

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: October 7, 2026

Words: 965

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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TOPEKA — Federal immigration officials subjected southwest Kansas to a “wanton abuse of power,” Gov. Laura Kelly said, and she pledged to union members that she would work to restore immigrants’ sense of belonging and security.

Kelly spoke at a United Food and Commercial Workers member meeting Monday in Dodge City, highlighting the importance of immigrants in Kansas. The union’s local chapter is based in Bel Aire and represents 14,852 …

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