Long Beach City Hall Displays Banner in Solidarity with Immigrant Community

The banner is a statement of support following a recent City Council action calling for accountability regarding federal enforcement tactics.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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A banner has been displayed outside Long Beach City Hall this week as a statement of solidarity with immigrant families in the community. The mayor's office confirmed that the banner was intentionally placed following a recent City Council action calling for accountability regarding federal enforcement tactics that have allegedly harmed communities like Long Beach.

Why it matters

The banner is a symbolic gesture by the city to show support for its immigrant residents and to take a stand against federal immigration enforcement tactics that have caused harm in the community. This aligns with the city's efforts to ensure all families in Long Beach feel safe and protected.

The details

The banner hangs from a balcony at City Hall and was not produced at taxpayer expense. It is expected to remain in place for a few days before being donated to a local community-based organization.

  • The banner was displayed this week.
  • The City Council recently called for accountability regarding federal enforcement tactics.

The players

Long Beach City Hall

The municipal government building where the banner was displayed.

Long Beach City Council

The local governing body that recently called for accountability regarding federal immigration enforcement tactics.

Long Beach Mayor's Office

The office of the mayor, which confirmed the intentional placement of the banner as a statement of solidarity with the immigrant community.

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What they’re saying

“Yes, the banner drop was intentional. This week, our City Council called for accountability for federal tactics that have caused harm in communities like ours.”

— Long Beach Mayor's Communications Office (nbclosangeles.com)

“We stand with our immigrant families, and we believe public safety must be rooted in trust, not fear. Our work to ensure every family in Long Beach feels safe and protected will continue.”

— Long Beach Mayor's Communications Office (nbclosangeles.com)

What’s next

The banner is expected to remain in place for a few days before being donated to a local community-based organization.

The takeaway

The display of the banner at Long Beach City Hall is a symbolic gesture of solidarity with the city's immigrant community, reflecting the local government's efforts to support and protect all families in the city in the face of concerning federal immigration enforcement tactics.