Reps. Eric Bell, Derrick Jackson and Sen. Kenya Wicks to Hold Press Conference at the State Capitol on Deployment of Georgia National Guard to Assist ICE

ATLANTA - State Representatives Eric Bell (D-Jonesboro) and Derrick Jackson (D-Tyrone), as well as State Senator Kenya Wicks (D-Fayette), will hold a press conference to express opposition to the deployment of the Georgia National Guard to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the South Wing Steps of the Georgia State Capitol.

These lawmakers, who are U.S. military veterans, will discuss the implications of deploying the Georgia National Guard and emphasize the need for thoughtful, community centered solutions to address Georgia's challenges. Together, they seek to highlight their shared perspective as veterans and public servants with the goal of protecting both the security and civil liberties of Georgians.

WHO: Reps. Eric Bell (D-Jonesboro), Derrick Jackson (D-Tyrone) and Sen. Kenya Wicks (D-Fayette)

WHAT: Press Conference

WHEN: Friday, September 5, 2025, at 3 p.m.

WHERE: Georgia State Capitol, South Wing Steps, 206 Washington Street S.W., Atlanta, GA 30334

*Editor's note: these representatives provide a flyer with additional details.

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