Inside the Strategy: Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox Discusses Immigration Enforcement and DEI On WCVB’s ‘On The Record’
Boston, MA — Since his appointment by Mayor Michelle Wu in 2022, Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox has steered the Boston Police Department (BPD) through complex dynamics related to law enforcement and community policing. Upholding Massachusetts law, BPD officers are restricted from engaging in federal immigration enforcement, a stance that has drawn attention amid broader national debates. Recent actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in the state have raised questions about potential conflicts. Commissioner Cox clarified the department’s position, emphasizing adherence to state and local statutes that prevent the involvement of city police … Read more