News & Commentary about State and Local Immigration Laws

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Apr 4, 2024

The Most Extreme Anti-Immigration Bill We've Seen

Austin, Texas, USA - May 29, 2017: A Hispanic mother and her daughter protest SB 4, an anti-Sanctuary Cities immigration law, outside the Capitol.
The Most Extreme Anti-Immigration Bill We've Seen

Nov 2, 2023

White Supremacy is Fueling Extreme Anti-Immigrant Policy in Texas

American and Texas state flags flying on the dome of the Texas State Capitol building.
White Supremacy is Fueling Extreme Anti-Immigrant Policy in Texas

Oct 12, 2023

We're Suing Florida for Anti-Asian Housing Discrimination

Echo King, an attorney from Orlando, Florida, stands in front of protesters who rallied in opposition to SB264 and HB1355 in front of the Capitol on Wednesday, April 19, 2023.
We're Suing Florida for Anti-Asian Housing Discrimination

May 5, 2023

Showing Up to Protect the Right to Seek Asylum

Activists march to the White House to demand no asylum ban and no family detention.
Showing Up to Protect the Right to Seek Asylum

Mar 3, 2023

Child Labor Investigation Reveals Immigration Policy Changes We Need Now

Migrant children working inside a classroom.
Child Labor Investigation Reveals Immigration Policy Changes We Need Now

Dec 19, 2022

Your Guide to Discussing the Right to Seek Asylum at the Dinner Table

A sign reading "Dignity for Migrants."
Your Guide to Discussing the Right to Seek Asylum at the Dinner Table

Dec 5, 2022

What the 2022 Midterms Taught Us About Immigration Reform

A group of immigration reform demonstrators with a sign that says "Immigration Reform Now."
What the 2022 Midterms Taught Us About Immigration Reform

Oct 13, 2022

The US Government Gave Them Protection. Now It May Take It Away.

A compelation photo of the TPS holders.
The US Government Gave Them Protection. Now It May Take It Away.

Sep 29, 2022

Five Things to Know About the Right to Seek Asylum

The U.S.-Mexico border.
Five Things to Know About the Right to Seek Asylum

Aug 31, 2022

UN Racial Justice Experts Call on Biden to End the 287(g) Program

Delegates converse while in attendace at the United Nations General Assembly on October 26, 2022 in New York City.
UN Racial Justice Experts Call on Biden to End the 287(g) Program