Faith groups and activists rallied outside of ICE headquarters to deliver over a quarter of a million signatures demanding that ICE release all the families in its custody. After representatives from ICE refused to accept the signatures, organizers vowed to return before the end of the 10-day extension.
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Once again, the Trump administration is attempting to defy the courts and issue an unconstitutional policy that would “erase” undocumented immigrants from the 2020 Census, and the country.
Faith groups and activists rallied outside of ICE headquarters to deliver over a quarter of a million signatures demanding that ICE release all the families in its custody. After representatives from ICE refused to accept the signatures, organizers vowed to return before the end of the 10-day extension.
Over 400 constituents from forty-five states and the District of Columbia are participating in legislative visits with over 125 congressional offices, calling on members of Congress to #SaveAsylum. Also, given just thirty days to respond to a massive anti-asylum proposed rule, these same organizations have launched an unprecedented and intense comment drive.
What do foreign students in the United States on visas, and people fleeing violence and seeking safety on U.S. soil have in common? They are both the subject of Trump administration attacks this week.