National Immigration Law Center

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#BREAKING: ICE just arrested Newark Mayor @RasBaraka as peacefully entered the Delaney Hall Geo Group ICE prison, accompanied by hundreds of community members and a congressional delegation. Trump's ICE henchmen are coming for judges, mayors, parents. Who is next?

📢CASA in Annapolis today with allies, leading the fight for the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act. This bill creates state guidance around ICE access to schools, courthouses, healthcare facilities, places of worship, and other sensitive locations.

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: ICE has NO place in schools, hospitals, or places of worship. Our communities will continue to organize, resist, and demand safety for all. truthout.org/articles/heres…

🚨 ¿Sabías que tienes derechos frente a la deportación acelerada? Conoce tus derechos y cómo protegerte con esta guía de @NILC. La información es poder. nilc.org/resources/cono…

During uncertain times, one thing we have control over is knowing our rights. Protect yourself & your community by knowing yours: bit.ly/3PWujad

🚨Know your rights🚨 We're committed to ensuring everyone in our communities is informed & ready to exercise their constitutional rights. Learn what steps to take if you encounter ICE👇 rollingstone.com/culture/cultur…

The Trump administration is attacking our communities at a dizzying pace. It's clear that they want to shock and numb the country into submission. We refuse to let that happen. We will fight back. We will be prepared. And we will look out for each other.

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"Guantanamo is and always has been a legal black hole where abuse runs rampant. It’s a stain on our nation’s history and has no business being used for detaining migrants or anyone else." -Raha Wala, NILC VP of Strategy & Campaigns

To health care providers: Make sure you know YOUR rights & your patients' rights. Read our Know Your Rights guide for health care providers: nilc.org/resources/heal…

Everyone should be able to seek health care without fear. ICE enforcement in hospitals, schools, and places of worship is cruel and makes our communities less safe. statnews.com/2025/01/23/ice…

Must-read @NILC resource designed to help educators and school staff communicate clearly with eligible students on how the federal government utilizes FAFSA information and assist them in applying for financial aid

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BREAKING: Oklahoma's State Board of Education approved a proposal requiring parents to prove citizenship when enrolling kids in school. This direct violation of rights is a clear attempt to terrorize families across the state. We urge the OK legislature & governor to reject it.

Educators, counselors, and college administrators can play an important role in helping eligible students navigate data concerns when applying for FAFSA. Our new resource lays out key points to know ⤵️ nilc.org/resources/key-…

Despite living in constant limbo, #DACA recipients have contributed so much to our communities. We want to hear about your experiences — take a few moments to answer our DACA survey. ⤵️ ucsdsocialsciences.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_da…

If you're a: ✅DACA recipient ✅Former DACA recipient ✅Person eligible for DACA but can't apply We want to learn how #DACA has impacted your life—take our anonymous survey preferably by January 31st: ucsdsocialsciences.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_da…

"We need to support each other. If we don’t do it, nobody’s going to do it." Immigrants are mobilizing to clear roadways and deliver essential supplies to victims of the LA wildfires. There is no recovery without immigrants. bit.ly/4js2SCy

The Trump Admin rescinded a policy protecting spaces like churches, schools & hospitals from ICE enforcement. This attack, meant to scare immigrants from accessing basic services, undermines community safety for all. Learn what steps we can still take ⬇️ nilc.org/resources/fact…