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Spotlight
The Trump administration is slamming the door on people fleeing persecution and violence. We are fighting them every step of the way.
Our lawyers have filed suit after suit to stop these shameful and cruel policies. We successfully blocked an effort to keep people from claiming asylum unless they presented themselves at a narrow set of ports of entry. And we’re arguing against the forced return to Mexico policy as well as the third-country transit ban. We’re also demanding oversight hearings, testifying before Congress, and supporting legislation to end Trump’s abuses. At the border itself, we’re monitoring and exposing the impact of these policies and combating the lies he’s telling about the border.
News and Commentary
From Being Tortured in Sri Lanka to the U.S. Supreme Court
From Being Tortured in Sri Lanka to the U.S. Supreme CourtA landmark case being argued by the ACLU will determine whether noncitizens can be deported without federal court review.
Honoring Black History Month Means Respecting the Foundation That it Stands On
Honoring Black History Month Means Respecting the Foundation That it Stands OnCelebrating Black History Month means celebrating those who act in defense of human dignity.
The Supreme Court Will Decide Whether Asylum Seekers Receive Their Day in Court
The Supreme Court Will Decide Whether Asylum Seekers Receive Their Day in CourtIn March, we will be in front of the U.S. Supreme Court to defend the right to a day in court for asylum seekers and other vulnerable noncitizens.
