The movement also criticized the Philippine consulate, claiming that instead of advocating on Sorio's behalf, officials colluded with ICE to expedite his repatriation despite his poor health conditions. It's demanding a change in government policy toward Filipinos living abroad.

Harrell did the same thing shortly after his election as mayor, funneling $800,000 to the men's social club through the same program, which funds organizations “working on anti-displacement efforts in high displacement risk neighborhoods.” publicola.com/2022/09/13/h...

Demands: turn off the AC because the unit is already cold—especially during the winter; address the inhumane conditions, including medical negligence; and fix the internet issues that have prevented many from communicating with their families.

When women who worked at the Royal Esquire men's club accused the club of stealing their wages and vacation time, Harrell intervened, calling the Office of Labor Standards investigator on the case to tell him OLS could lose funding in the future, which the investigator perceived as a threat.

As KUOW reported, Harrell also had his city council staff do work for the Royal Esquire Club while on the clock, later characterizing the work (which included inviting people to Club events, collecting membership dues, and filling out their insurance paperwork) as "constituent services."