The New Sanctuary Coalition organized a Jericho Walk outside 26 Federal Plaza on July 10 to advocate for immigrants and address social injustice. This event aimed to raise awareness while coinciding with a day on which several immigrants became American citizens. In parallel, the advocacy group Rise and Resist conducted a silent protest against the Trump administration, calling for a national day of action for immigrants' rights. Members expressed their determination to challenge ICE’s actions and advocate for the immigrant community.
On July 10, the New Sanctuary Coalition led a Jericho Walk, a silent vigil paired with prayer, outside of 26 Federal Plaza to raise awareness for immigrants.
The group was holding out hope for New York's immigrant community, especially as there were immigrants who became American citizens on this day.
Rise and Resist held a silent protest to denounce the Trump administration and called for a national day of marching for immigrants' rights.
It's my responsibility to protest in whatever way I can against the Trump instruction, said Rise and Resist member Barry Goosner.
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