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Mayor O’Connor and Chief Lando Address LGBTQ Issues, ICE Policy, and Pride
Episode 2
Wednesday, 25 February, 2026

In this episode of Pride Matters, host Jeff Freedman sits down with Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O’Connor and newly appointed Police Chief Jason Lando for an in-depth conversation about the future of the city and its LGBTQ+ community. *** Today's Episode is sponsored by: Brianna's Mobile Workshop! Pittsburgh's Premier Queer Contractors. https://dot.cards/briannasmobileworkshop***From the role of the LGBTQIA+ Commission and expanding police liaison programs to the city’s non-cooperation policy with ICE, gender-affirming care concerns, and the controversy surrounding the P Town compliance check, this wide-ranging discussion explores how City Hall is navigating public safety, federal pressure, and Pride in 2026. It’s an open dialogue about trust, representation, and what it means for Pittsburgh to call itself a welcoming city.