The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved $1.75 million in funding for legal aid to residents at risk of deportation, responding to rising immigration enforcement. Approximately 55,000 county residents are undocumented, and demand for legal help has surged; the county's hotline received over 250 calls seeking assistance in just three days. Advocates urged the board for an additional $1 million to hire more attorneys. The approved funds aim to prevent service disruptions, with possibilities for future funding increases.
"The board approved $1.75 million in legal aid funding for residents facing deportation amid a rise in immigration enforcement in California."
"With 55,000 undocumented residents in the county, demand for legal assistance surges, evidenced by over 250 calls to the rapid response hotline in three days."
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