Press Releases
about Immigrants' Rights
Mar 04, 2021
ACLU Statement on the Introduction of the Dream and Promise Act
WASHINGTON — The following is a statement from Naureen Shah, senior advocacy and policy counsel for the ACLU, regarding last night’s introduction of the American Dream and ...
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Mar 03, 2021
Immigrant Rights Groups Sue ICE for Information About Detention Activities in Maine
The ACLU of Maine, Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) and the Refugee and Human Rights Clinic (RHRC) at the University of Maine School of Law are suing Immigration and Customs...
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Feb 26, 2021
ACLU Statement on New GAO Report on 287(g)
WASHINGTON — The Government Accountability Office released a new report today on 287(g) agreements, which tap local law enforcement to do Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s ...
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Feb 25, 2021
ACLU Statement on No BAN Act Introduction
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives today introduced the NO BAN Act to make necessary immigration law reforms to raise the standard for such use of authority and prevent fu...
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Feb 24, 2021
ACLU Statement on Biden Administration Reopening Influx Facilities
The Safety, Health, and Humanity of Children Must be Prioritized
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Feb 18, 2021
ACLU Response to DHS Memo on Enforcement and Removals
WASHINGTON — The Department of Homeland Security issued a memo on interior enforcement today that outlines government policy that will apply during the next 90 days and addresses...
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
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