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#immigrant-rights

fromThe Washington Post

Immigrant-detention officer charged with choking handcuffed migrant

A security officer at a Texas immigrant detention center faces charges for allegedly choking a handcuffed detainee, shedding light on accountability issues in such facilities.

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16 hours ago

Portland food

This week's tablehopper: corazon. (free)

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#activism

In Southern California, volunteers patrol neighborhood streets in search of ICE

Immigrant rights advocates are actively organizing to protect communities from deportations amid heightened ICE activity.

Safety Is a Practice We Enact Together: Building Solidarity Under Trump 2.0

The Trump administration's executive orders promote division, targeting marginalized groups and framing oppressive actions as protective measures.

NYC LGBT

Amid fear and confusion in US immigrant communities, protest goes grassroots

Immigrant rights activists are evolving their strategies in response to increased federal anti-immigrant policies under the Trump administration.

22 hours ago

Black Lives Matter

Republican senator threatens probe into L.A. immigrant advocates, saying they are "bankrolling" unrest

In Southern California, volunteers patrol neighborhood streets in search of ICE

Immigrant rights advocates are actively organizing to protect communities from deportations amid heightened ICE activity.

Safety Is a Practice We Enact Together: Building Solidarity Under Trump 2.0

The Trump administration's executive orders promote division, targeting marginalized groups and framing oppressive actions as protective measures.

NYC LGBT

Amid fear and confusion in US immigrant communities, protest goes grassroots

Immigrant rights activists are evolving their strategies in response to increased federal anti-immigrant policies under the Trump administration.

22 hours ago

Black Lives Matter

Republican senator threatens probe into L.A. immigrant advocates, saying they are "bankrolling" unrest

Families split up as several immigrants arrested at ICE check-in center in Manhattan

ICE has ramped up detentions after required check-ins, a shift in tactics that raises significant concerns about immigrant rights.

Protesters Swarm SF Immigration Court After More ICE Arrests | KQED

Activists are increasingly disrupting ICE operations to prevent detentions and protect immigrants' rights.

Ice arrests at immigration courts across the US stirring panic: It's terrifying'

Federal authorities are arresting immigrants at U.S. immigration courts as part of a heightened deportation campaign.

Black Lives Matter

Protests across US as anger grows over Trump's immigration crackdown

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Black Lives Matter

Emergency Solidarity Action: "ICE Leave Our Communities Alone" Rally (San Jose)

NYC parents

15 people, including a 3 year-old, detained by ICE in San Francisco, advocates say

fromGothamist

Families split up as several immigrants arrested at ICE check-in center in Manhattan

ICE has ramped up detentions after required check-ins, a shift in tactics that raises significant concerns about immigrant rights.

Protesters Swarm SF Immigration Court After More ICE Arrests | KQED

Activists are increasingly disrupting ICE operations to prevent detentions and protect immigrants' rights.

Ice arrests at immigration courts across the US stirring panic: It's terrifying'

Federal authorities are arresting immigrants at U.S. immigration courts as part of a heightened deportation campaign.

Black Lives Matter

Protests across US as anger grows over Trump's immigration crackdown

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Black Lives Matter

Emergency Solidarity Action: "ICE Leave Our Communities Alone" Rally (San Jose)

NYC parents

15 people, including a 3 year-old, detained by ICE in San Francisco, advocates say

NYC Primaries | Meet the candidates for Brooklyn's City Council District 38 * Brooklyn Paper

Alexa Avilés seeks re-election with a strong focus on housing, immigrant rights, and community service amidst a competitive primary race.

#ice-raids

5 days ago

Multiple immigration sweeps reported across L.A.: 'They're everywhere'

Immigration sweeps in Southern California are causing significant fear and anxiety among immigrant communities, highlighting concerns over enforcement tactics.

fromwww.latimes.com

4 days ago

Photos: A fierce pushback on ICE raids in L.A. from protesters, officials

ICE sweeps in Los Angeles sparked protests and criticism from officials for instilling fear in immigrants.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Education

San Jose school districts won't comply with ICE - San Jose Spotlight

San Francisco

Hundreds gather for 'peaceful resistance' against ICE raids in San Jose

Los Angeles

ICE raid reportedly detains more than a dozen day laborers outside Home Depot

Miscellaneous

'Who are they looking for?': San Jose resident searches for answers after visit from ICE

5 days ago

Multiple immigration sweeps reported across L.A.: 'They're everywhere'

Immigration sweeps in Southern California are causing significant fear and anxiety among immigrant communities, highlighting concerns over enforcement tactics.

fromwww.latimes.com

4 days ago

Photos: A fierce pushback on ICE raids in L.A. from protesters, officials

ICE sweeps in Los Angeles sparked protests and criticism from officials for instilling fear in immigrants.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Education

San Jose school districts won't comply with ICE - San Jose Spotlight

San Francisco

Hundreds gather for 'peaceful resistance' against ICE raids in San Jose

Los Angeles

ICE raid reportedly detains more than a dozen day laborers outside Home Depot

Miscellaneous

'Who are they looking for?': San Jose resident searches for answers after visit from ICE

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#labor-advocacy

fromNew York Amsterdam News

Q&A with mayoral candidate State Sen. Jessica Ramos

Jessica Ramos is a prominent candidate in the New York mayoral race, advocating for affordability and strong labor rights.

Left-wing politics

'Everybody Stood Up': Why a Union Leader's Arrest Galvanized California Democrats on Immigration | KQED

fromNew York Amsterdam News

Q&A with mayoral candidate State Sen. Jessica Ramos

Jessica Ramos is a prominent candidate in the New York mayoral race, advocating for affordability and strong labor rights.

Left-wing politics

'Everybody Stood Up': Why a Union Leader's Arrest Galvanized California Democrats on Immigration | KQED

West Side community boards protest e-bike criminalization amidst reckless riding concerns

Anti-cyclist policies unfairly target immigrant delivery workers and differ from penalties for motor vehicle operators.

Komanoff: Tsk, Tsk, Tisch - Criminal Summonses for Cyclists Will Backfire - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD's new cycling policy may criminalize minor offenses, increasing risks for cyclists and especially affecting immigrants in the delivery workforce.

NYC politics

Quiet Desperation: NYPD's Tisch Didn't Tell DOT About Her Crackdown on Cycling - Streetsblog New York City

fromGothamist

NYC politics

'It seems unfair' - e-bike riders protest NYPD crackdown and criminal summonses

fromwww.amny.com

West Side community boards protest e-bike criminalization amidst reckless riding concerns

Anti-cyclist policies unfairly target immigrant delivery workers and differ from penalties for motor vehicle operators.

Komanoff: Tsk, Tsk, Tisch - Criminal Summonses for Cyclists Will Backfire - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD's new cycling policy may criminalize minor offenses, increasing risks for cyclists and especially affecting immigrants in the delivery workforce.

NYC politics

Quiet Desperation: NYPD's Tisch Didn't Tell DOT About Her Crackdown on Cycling - Streetsblog New York City

fromGothamist

NYC politics

'It seems unfair' - e-bike riders protest NYPD crackdown and criminal summonses

Queens high school student detained after immigration court hearing, officials say

Public school students in NYC are being detained by ICE during legal proceedings, raising concerns for immigrant rights and safety.

fromwww.amny.com

NYC Congress members fume after being denied access to ICE detainment centers in Lower Manhattan: This is not Russia' | amNewYork

Congressmembers Velazquez and Espaillat were denied access to an immigrant detention center in NYC, raising concerns about oversight and transparency.

Black Lives Matter

Ice agents detain woman known for immigration advocacy in Colorado

fromCbsnews

4 days ago

Queens high school student detained after immigration court hearing, officials say

Public school students in NYC are being detained by ICE during legal proceedings, raising concerns for immigrant rights and safety.

fromwww.amny.com

NYC Congress members fume after being denied access to ICE detainment centers in Lower Manhattan: This is not Russia' | amNewYork

Congressmembers Velazquez and Espaillat were denied access to an immigrant detention center in NYC, raising concerns about oversight and transparency.

Black Lives Matter

Ice agents detain woman known for immigration advocacy in Colorado

City Council affirms support for bills that protect immigrants facing deportation

Boston City Council supports immigrant rights and denounces the rollback of temporary protected status during a significant meeting.

fromMission Local

Immigrants terrified as ICE takes at least 15 into custody at S.F. field office - including toddler

ICE arrests in San Francisco create fear, involving families and children, with arrests raising legal and ethical concerns.

'Another blow': Bay Area advocates react to Supreme Court immigration parole ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling allows the Trump administration to remove humanitarian protections for over 500,000 immigrants from four Latin American countries.

Boston food

fromBoston.com

City Council affirms support for bills that protect immigrants facing deportation

Boston City Council supports immigrant rights and denounces the rollback of temporary protected status during a significant meeting.

fromMission Local

Immigrants terrified as ICE takes at least 15 into custody at S.F. field office - including toddler

ICE arrests in San Francisco create fear, involving families and children, with arrests raising legal and ethical concerns.

'Another blow': Bay Area advocates react to Supreme Court immigration parole ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling allows the Trump administration to remove humanitarian protections for over 500,000 immigrants from four Latin American countries.

ICE Arrests at Bay Area Immigration Courts Are Meant to Stoke Fear, Advocates Say | KQED

The Trump administration is expanding expedited deportation, instilling fear among immigrants and potentially undermining their legal rights.

US politics

What is Due Process? Courts Push Back as Trump Moves to Limit This Right | KQED

ICE Arrests at Bay Area Immigration Courts Are Meant to Stoke Fear, Advocates Say | KQED

The Trump administration is expanding expedited deportation, instilling fear among immigrants and potentially undermining their legal rights.

US politics

What is Due Process? Courts Push Back as Trump Moves to Limit This Right | KQED

Proposed E-Bike Registration is an Unwanted Target on Delivery Workers, Advocates Say

The introduction of Bill 606 aims to regulate e-bikes for improved street safety but raises concerns among delivery workers regarding increased targeting and legal risks.

fromqns.com

NYC politics

Holden accuses Council of crying wolf' on e-bike dangers while blocking safety bill QNS

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

5 months ago

Proposed E-Bike Registration is an Unwanted Target on Delivery Workers, Advocates Say

The introduction of Bill 606 aims to regulate e-bikes for improved street safety but raises concerns among delivery workers regarding increased targeting and legal risks.

fromqns.com

NYC politics

Holden accuses Council of crying wolf' on e-bike dangers while blocking safety bill QNS

more#e-bikes

San Francisco Giants

'A fear tactic': Immigrant rights groups denounce reported ICE arrests outside SF court

ICE arrests outside immigration courts are deemed unconstitutional and aim to intimidate asylum seekers.

fromThe Nation

Trump Wants Thousands of Migrant Children to Represent Themselves in Court

The Trump administration's stop-work order halted vital legal services for unaccompanied migrant children, prompting immediate adjustments by the Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project.

#trump-administration

Trump administration plans to require undocumented immigrants to join registry or face jail, fines

The Trump administration's immigrant registry requires personal info from undocumented individuals, complicating immigration laws and enforcement.

Non-compliant individuals risk fines or prosecution under a new immigration policy.

Canada news

ICE Prisoners Report Food Shortages, Delayed Medical Care Amid Rising Detention

Demonstrators in Los Angeles rallied for immigrant rights as detention conditions worsen under Trump administration policies.

ACLU and Other Advocates Sue to Block Migrants From Being Sent to Guantanamo Bay | KQED

The Trump administration faces a lawsuit to halt the transfer of migrants to Guantanamo Bay, citing legal and ethical concerns.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Fear And Uncertainty Grip NYC Immigrants Under Trump's Early Tenure

Immigrant communities in New York face heightened fear and uncertainty due to aggressive federal immigration policies and expanded enforcement measures.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Court hearing to test legality of deportations under 18th century law

3 weeks ago

US news

Trump officials deported Vietnamese and Burmese migrants to South Sudan, say lawyers

Trump administration plans to require undocumented immigrants to join registry or face jail, fines

The Trump administration's immigrant registry requires personal info from undocumented individuals, complicating immigration laws and enforcement.

Non-compliant individuals risk fines or prosecution under a new immigration policy.

Canada news

ICE Prisoners Report Food Shortages, Delayed Medical Care Amid Rising Detention

Demonstrators in Los Angeles rallied for immigrant rights as detention conditions worsen under Trump administration policies.

ACLU and Other Advocates Sue to Block Migrants From Being Sent to Guantanamo Bay | KQED

The Trump administration faces a lawsuit to halt the transfer of migrants to Guantanamo Bay, citing legal and ethical concerns.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Fear And Uncertainty Grip NYC Immigrants Under Trump's Early Tenure

Immigrant communities in New York face heightened fear and uncertainty due to aggressive federal immigration policies and expanded enforcement measures.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Court hearing to test legality of deportations under 18th century law

more#trump-administration

3 weeks ago

US news

Trump officials deported Vietnamese and Burmese migrants to South Sudan, say lawyers

fromMission Local

3 weeks ago

Young protesters overtake the Mission - on foot and on truck

Young protesters gathered to commemorate the Nakba and advocate for Palestinian liberation, displaying strength in solidarity despite recent deportations of immigrant activists.

fromBoston.com

ICE agents reportedly used Worcester woman's grandchild as 'bait'

Since I was with my baby somebody else needed to be there to take him. So I called my mother to come over and take my son for me, and then the immigration agents wanted to arrest her as well.

Boston

California

fromSan Jose Inside

Newsom Proposes Freezing Medi-Cal Enrollment for Undocumented Immigrants

Governor Newsom proposes to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for low-income immigrants and impose premiums to save $5 billion.

fromGay City News

'No Hate, No Fear': Qaravan hosts ninth annual Brighton Beach Pride

We started marching nine years ago when it was Trump's first administration, so we already have some experience with that,

Brooklyn

Silicon Valley food

fromSan Jose Spotlight

California immigrant fast-food workers afraid to report work abuses - San Jose Spotlight

Many immigrant fast-food workers are unaware of their rights and fear reporting violations due to immigration concerns.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Trump Order Targets Undocumented Students' In-State Tuition

Advocates stress caution against altering in-state tuition policies for undocumented students following Trump's executive order on sanctuary cities.

#may-day

San Francisco

From worker strikes to activism, multiple May Day protests planned throughout the Bay Area

Black Lives Matter

'100 days of nothing but chaos': Miami protesters speak against Trump

San Francisco

From worker strikes to activism, multiple May Day protests planned throughout the Bay Area

Black Lives Matter

'100 days of nothing but chaos': Miami protesters speak against Trump

more#may-day

#community-support

Privacy professionals

The Trump Administration Wants to Make Us Too Afraid to Look Out for One Another. Don't Let Them.

Authoritarianism breeds self-censorship, making civic participation feel dangerous; community support is crucial for marginalized groups.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Education

BUSD pushes back on Trump, strengthens policy to protect immigrant families

Privacy professionals

The Trump Administration Wants to Make Us Too Afraid to Look Out for One Another. Don't Let Them.

Authoritarianism breeds self-censorship, making civic participation feel dangerous; community support is crucial for marginalized groups.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Education

BUSD pushes back on Trump, strengthens policy to protect immigrant families

more#community-support

#los-angeles

Father Richard Estrada, defender of the downtrodden, dead at 83

Father Richard Estrada, a prominent immigrant rights advocate, passed away at 83, leaving a legacy rooted in compassion and social justice.

fromHigh Country News

Black Lives Matter

Immigrants feel hope, hate and hunted - High Country News

Father Richard Estrada, defender of the downtrodden, dead at 83

Father Richard Estrada, a prominent immigrant rights advocate, passed away at 83, leaving a legacy rooted in compassion and social justice.

fromHigh Country News

Black Lives Matter

Immigrants feel hope, hate and hunted - High Country News

Advocates say flawed 'checklist' targets Venezuelans for deportation under archaic wartime act

The U.S. government is allegedly using unreliable indicators like tattoos to profile Venezuelans as gang members for deportation.

Miami food

Past ACLU president in Miami who fought for Elian's rights, First Amendment, dies at 63

fromwww.npr.org

Advocates say flawed 'checklist' targets Venezuelans for deportation under archaic wartime act

The U.S. government is allegedly using unreliable indicators like tattoos to profile Venezuelans as gang members for deportation.

Miami food

Past ACLU president in Miami who fought for Elian's rights, First Amendment, dies at 63

Trump uses child abuse proclamation to attack transgender people

Trump's proclamations misused awareness months to attack transgender individuals and undocumented immigrants, leading to significant backlash from advocacy and health organizations.

US politics

The Real Power of This Weekend's Anti-Trump Protests

NYC LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Trump uses child abuse proclamation to attack transgender people

Trump's proclamations misused awareness months to attack transgender individuals and undocumented immigrants, leading to significant backlash from advocacy and health organizations.

US politics

The Real Power of This Weekend's Anti-Trump Protests

Mass protests highlight public discontent with government policies and call for personal freedoms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.

more#public-health

NYC food

fromTime Out New York

March On: Here's how you can support your local street vendors

Street vendors in NYC face severe limitations due to a cap on vending permits, impacting their livelihoods.

Support for street vendors is crucial in the fight for equity and immigrant rights in New York City.

Venezuelan T.P.S. Holders Will Ask Judge to Maintain Deportation Protections

Immigrant rights lawyers are seeking to delay the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans at a San Francisco hearing.

Protesters Back Khalil at Trump Tower: Fight Nazis, Not Students'

Protesters rallied at Trump Tower to oppose the arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, highlighting immigrant rights and free speech issues.

Mission District

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Alameda County supervisors approve $3.5 million for immigrant services, legal defense

Alameda County allocates $3.5 million for immigrant legal defense amid fears of heightened enforcement.

California

Katie Porter is 'damn sure' about defending LGBTQ+ rights in California gov. bid

Katie Porter is officially running for California governor, focusing on rights and accountability against Trump.

Landlords Fined $80K for Threatening to Call ICE on Chicago Tenants

Illinois has protections for immigrant tenants, as demonstrated by a judge's ruling against a landlord threatening eviction based on immigration status.

Lincoln Diaz-Balart, defender of immigrants and democracy for Cuba in Congress, is dead

Lincoln DÃaz-Balart passed away at 70, having dedicated his career to defending immigrants and opposing Castro's regime.

His legacy continues through his advocacy for democracy in Cuba.

Lincoln Diaz-Balart, a Free Cuba' Republican in Congress, Dies at 70

Lincoln Diaz-Balart was a prominent anti-communist advocate who significantly influenced U.S. policy on Cuba and immigrant rights during his congressional career.

Miami Marlins

Lincoln Diaz-Balart, defender of immigrants and democracy for Cuba in Congress, is dead

Lincoln DÃaz-Balart passed away at 70, having dedicated his career to defending immigrants and opposing Castro's regime.

His legacy continues through his advocacy for democracy in Cuba.

Lincoln Diaz-Balart, a Free Cuba' Republican in Congress, Dies at 70

Lincoln Diaz-Balart was a prominent anti-communist advocate who significantly influenced U.S. policy on Cuba and immigrant rights during his congressional career.

more#lincoln-diaz-balart

Germany news

Merz in the middle: inside the 28 February Guardian Weekly

The far-right AfD party's surge in Germany highlights growing xenophobia and poses challenges for mainstream political alliances.

fromSunnyside Post