San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie confirmed Thursday, Sept. 23, that President Donald Trump has abandoned plans to send National Guard troops into the city.

“Keeping San Franciscans safe is my top priority,” Lurie said, recounting his conversation with the president. “We welcome partnerships with federal law enforcement agencies to fight drugs and crime, but militarized immigration enforcement would hinder our recovery.”

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reaffirmed the decision Thursday morning, according to Lurie. The mayor praised city leaders and residents for remaining united: “Our values have been on full display—this is the best of our city.”

Here's what to know about federal law enforcement immigration crackdowns in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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