National Immigration Law Center
@nilc.org
Advancing and defending the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants & their loved ones.
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Breaking News: A group sued Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the State Department, asking a judge to block a ban on 75 countries, saying the Trump administration tried to “eviscerate decades of settled immigration law.”
Trump Administration Sued Over Ban on Immigration From 75 Countries
The Trump administration says these immigrants take welfare intended for Americans, which the lawsuit says is an “unsupported and demonstrably false claim.”
nyti.ms
BREAKING: We're challenging the Trump administration’s sweeping suspension of immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
Congressional demands must include cuts in funding for ICE and CBP. The money pays for the violence. Full stop.
cc: @schumer.senate.gov , @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov , @housedemocrats.bsky.social
cc: @schumer.senate.gov , @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov , @housedemocrats.bsky.social
Senate Dems Who Pushed Meatier ICE Reform Shy Away From Criticizing Schumer’s Softer Package
Senate Democrats like Elizabeth Warren who pushed meatier ICE reforms shied away from criticizing Chuck Schumer’s softer package.
theintercept.com
February 6, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Congressional demands must include cuts in funding for ICE and CBP. The money pays for the violence. Full stop.
cc: @schumer.senate.gov , @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov , @housedemocrats.bsky.social
cc: @schumer.senate.gov , @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov , @housedemocrats.bsky.social
Between now and Feb. 13, the clock is ticking on DHS' annual budget. This is a critical window to DEMAND that our tax dollars are not used to lock kids up, tear families apart, or militarize our neighborhoods.
Members of Congress have leverage — they need to use it. https://bit.ly/4rwf7S0
Members of Congress have leverage — they need to use it. https://bit.ly/4rwf7S0
Congress Has Ten Days to Stop Funding ICE’s Unchecked Abuse
Congress must use its current leverage to ensure our tax dollars are not used to threaten protesters, put children in detention, or tear families apart.
bit.ly
February 6, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Between now and Feb. 13, the clock is ticking on DHS' annual budget. This is a critical window to DEMAND that our tax dollars are not used to lock kids up, tear families apart, or militarize our neighborhoods.
Members of Congress have leverage — they need to use it. https://bit.ly/4rwf7S0
Members of Congress have leverage — they need to use it. https://bit.ly/4rwf7S0
Reposted by National Immigration Law Center
"In Minneapolis, they started with immigrants and Somali families. Then, they targeted protesters... Eventually, it will be anyone and everyone who dares to resist." -Kica Matos, @nilc.org president
time.com/7362221/minn...
time.com/7362221/minn...
Minnesota and the Threat of American Authoritarianism
"This fight is not just about protecting immigrants—it is about protecting American democracy," writes Kica Matos.
time.com
February 6, 2026 at 4:15 PM
"In Minneapolis, they started with immigrants and Somali families. Then, they targeted protesters... Eventually, it will be anyone and everyone who dares to resist." -Kica Matos, @nilc.org president
time.com/7362221/minn...
time.com/7362221/minn...
State legislators and governors are quickly moving to rein in ICE's lawlessness because our message is loud and clear:
ICE OUT of our communities.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
ICE OUT of our communities.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move to Restrict ICE in Their States
www.nytimes.com
February 6, 2026 at 1:09 AM
State legislators and governors are quickly moving to rein in ICE's lawlessness because our message is loud and clear:
ICE OUT of our communities.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
ICE OUT of our communities.
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/u...
❗️Deadline: February 13❗️
Congress is negotiating DHS’ annual budget right now. We have until the 13th to demand that Senators continue to oppose additional funding for ICE & CBP and rein in these out-of-control agencies.
Send a message to your Senators now ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4tiNRrQ
Congress is negotiating DHS’ annual budget right now. We have until the 13th to demand that Senators continue to oppose additional funding for ICE & CBP and rein in these out-of-control agencies.
Send a message to your Senators now ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4tiNRrQ
![STOP DHS: ACTION PLAN BETWEEN NOW AND FEB. 13Congress is negotiating DHS’ annual budget right now. This is a once-a-year chance to rein in ICE and CBP through the power of the purse.Daily routine between now and 2/13:Send a Message: Contact your Senators at the link in our caption or www.nilc.org/StopDHSMake the Call: Call the switchboard (202) 224-3121 and connect with your Senators. Ask that your call is tallied & leave a VM if needed.Hi, my name is [X] and I am a constituent. My zip code is [X].
I am calling to urge [Sen. NAME] to refuse any more funding for DHS and hold ICE & CBP accountable. I support taking back DHS’ existing budget and using my tax dollars for programs that improve people’s lives.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:qvmqyuxas7scpkxxiqjznmqz/bafkreibnahusi7pqwawanjkkgdai2atm7qov24cslbdztxcfvkvhkf2s3q@jpeg)
February 4, 2026 at 11:15 PM
❗️Deadline: February 13❗️
Congress is negotiating DHS’ annual budget right now. We have until the 13th to demand that Senators continue to oppose additional funding for ICE & CBP and rein in these out-of-control agencies.
Send a message to your Senators now ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4tiNRrQ
Congress is negotiating DHS’ annual budget right now. We have until the 13th to demand that Senators continue to oppose additional funding for ICE & CBP and rein in these out-of-control agencies.
Send a message to your Senators now ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4tiNRrQ
Trump wants to end birthright citizenship. This attack isn't just anti-immigrant; it's an assault on one of the most important legal safeguards Black Americans have ever won.
Read more ⤵️
https://www.nilc.org/articles/birthright-citizenship-is-part-of-black-history/
Read more ⤵️
https://www.nilc.org/articles/birthright-citizenship-is-part-of-black-history/
Birthright Citizenship is Part of Black History
Trump’s attacks on birthright citizenship are an assault on one of the most important legal safeguards Black Americans have ever won.
www.nilc.org
February 4, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Trump wants to end birthright citizenship. This attack isn't just anti-immigrant; it's an assault on one of the most important legal safeguards Black Americans have ever won.
Read more ⤵️
https://www.nilc.org/articles/birthright-citizenship-is-part-of-black-history/
Read more ⤵️
https://www.nilc.org/articles/birthright-citizenship-is-part-of-black-history/
BREAKING: We're challenging the Trump administration’s sweeping suspension of immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
Breaking News: A group sued Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the State Department, asking a judge to block a ban on 75 countries, saying the Trump administration tried to “eviscerate decades of settled immigration law.”
Trump Administration Sued Over Ban on Immigration From 75 Countries
The Trump administration says these immigrants take welfare intended for Americans, which the lawsuit says is an “unsupported and demonstrably false claim.”
nyti.ms
February 2, 2026 at 4:50 PM
BREAKING: We're challenging the Trump administration’s sweeping suspension of immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
This discriminatory, nationality-based ban on legal immigration strips families and working people of the process guaranteed by law.
"Make no mistake, this fight is not just about protecting immigrants—it is about protecting American democracy. And increasingly, more Americans are heeding the call."
Read NILC President Kica Matos' full
@time.com op-ed: time.com/7362221/minn...
Read NILC President Kica Matos' full
@time.com op-ed: time.com/7362221/minn...
Minnesota and the Threat of American Authoritarianism
"This fight is not just about protecting immigrants—it is about protecting American democracy," writes Kica Matos.
time.com
January 30, 2026 at 8:15 PM
"Make no mistake, this fight is not just about protecting immigrants—it is about protecting American democracy. And increasingly, more Americans are heeding the call."
Read NILC President Kica Matos' full
@time.com op-ed: time.com/7362221/minn...
Read NILC President Kica Matos' full
@time.com op-ed: time.com/7362221/minn...
🎙️Multimedia artist Ifrah Mansour joins host Hector Flores on our latest Freedom to Thrive Podcast episode, “Somali Solidarity."
Ifrah talks about how Minneapolis is showing up —and how the community has supported their Somali neighbors.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
Ifrah talks about how Minneapolis is showing up —and how the community has supported their Somali neighbors.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
January 30, 2026 at 1:47 AM
🎙️Multimedia artist Ifrah Mansour joins host Hector Flores on our latest Freedom to Thrive Podcast episode, “Somali Solidarity."
Ifrah talks about how Minneapolis is showing up —and how the community has supported their Somali neighbors.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
Ifrah talks about how Minneapolis is showing up —and how the community has supported their Somali neighbors.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
🎉Your messages to Congress worked!! Additional funding for ICE & CBP failed to advance in the Senate — thanks to millions of people across the country and 32,000+ messages from our supporters.
We applaud every Senator who stood strong and voted no.
We applaud every Senator who stood strong and voted no.
Senators blocked a package of six spending bills that includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security as Democrats continue to push for reforms to immigration enforcement. n.pr/45zPhEi
Senate fails to advance spending bills as Democrats push for DHS reforms
Senators blocked a package of six spending bills that includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security as Democrats continue to push for reforms to immigration enforcement.
n.pr
January 29, 2026 at 10:58 PM
🎉Your messages to Congress worked!! Additional funding for ICE & CBP failed to advance in the Senate — thanks to millions of people across the country and 32,000+ messages from our supporters.
We applaud every Senator who stood strong and voted no.
We applaud every Senator who stood strong and voted no.
TUNE IN NOW to see @kicamatos.bsky.social in conversation with @joyannreid.bsky.social:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6uk...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6uk...
Minneapolis and The Great Replacement Conspiracy Theory | The Joy Reid Show LIVE!
YouTube video by The Joy Reid Show
www.youtube.com
January 28, 2026 at 11:46 PM
TUNE IN NOW to see @kicamatos.bsky.social in conversation with @joyannreid.bsky.social:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6uk...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6uk...
Trump is using ICE and CBP like a private army to abduct immigrants, silence dissent, and inflict violence.
In response, Minnesotans showed the world what it means to care for your neighbor.
Here's how you can support people + orgs on the ground & fight for justice: www.nilc.org/articles/how...
In response, Minnesotans showed the world what it means to care for your neighbor.
Here's how you can support people + orgs on the ground & fight for justice: www.nilc.org/articles/how...
How to Support Minnesotans and Stop ICE from Murdering More Americans
Congress has allowed ICE and CBP to become the president’s private army. Now, two Americans are dead. Here’s how to prevent another tragedy.
www.nilc.org
January 28, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Trump is using ICE and CBP like a private army to abduct immigrants, silence dissent, and inflict violence.
In response, Minnesotans showed the world what it means to care for your neighbor.
Here's how you can support people + orgs on the ground & fight for justice: www.nilc.org/articles/how...
In response, Minnesotans showed the world what it means to care for your neighbor.
Here's how you can support people + orgs on the ground & fight for justice: www.nilc.org/articles/how...
Reposted by National Immigration Law Center
Today, in a massive show of support, 1,025 organizations, including immigrant justice, human rights, civil rights, faith, and labor organizations, sent a letter to members of Congress to express horror, outrage & deep grief about the recent shooting deaths by federal agents in Minneapolis.
January 27, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Today, in a massive show of support, 1,025 organizations, including immigrant justice, human rights, civil rights, faith, and labor organizations, sent a letter to members of Congress to express horror, outrage & deep grief about the recent shooting deaths by federal agents in Minneapolis.
1,025 organizations demand Congress halt funding for ICE & CBP.
Federal agents are patrolling our cities & shooting people in broad daylight—the bare minimum is to STOP funding these agencies.
Congress: Take a stand today while you still have the power to do so.
www.nilc.org/resources/le...
Federal agents are patrolling our cities & shooting people in broad daylight—the bare minimum is to STOP funding these agencies.
Congress: Take a stand today while you still have the power to do so.
www.nilc.org/resources/le...
Letter to Congress: No Funds for ICE and Border Patrol
Letter from 1,025 organizations demanding immediate halt in funding for ICE and Border Patrol.
www.nilc.org
January 27, 2026 at 8:44 PM
1,025 organizations demand Congress halt funding for ICE & CBP.
Federal agents are patrolling our cities & shooting people in broad daylight—the bare minimum is to STOP funding these agencies.
Congress: Take a stand today while you still have the power to do so.
www.nilc.org/resources/le...
Federal agents are patrolling our cities & shooting people in broad daylight—the bare minimum is to STOP funding these agencies.
Congress: Take a stand today while you still have the power to do so.
www.nilc.org/resources/le...
📣 Your daily reminder: Tell your Senators NO MORE TAX DOLLARS FOR ICE & CBP. Help us keep up the pressure.
It only takes 2 minutes to send messages directly to your Senators:
act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
It only takes 2 minutes to send messages directly to your Senators:
act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
January 27, 2026 at 7:07 PM
📣 Your daily reminder: Tell your Senators NO MORE TAX DOLLARS FOR ICE & CBP. Help us keep up the pressure.
It only takes 2 minutes to send messages directly to your Senators:
act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
It only takes 2 minutes to send messages directly to your Senators:
act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
The Senate will vote as soon as TOMORROW to increase funding for ICE & CBP.
We've already witnessed the deadly consequences of handing over $170 billion to these rogue agencies. We can’t let them get a single dollar more.
📣Email your Senators now: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
We've already witnessed the deadly consequences of handing over $170 billion to these rogue agencies. We can’t let them get a single dollar more.
📣Email your Senators now: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Tell Congress: No More Tax Dollars for ICE & CBP
Urge your representatives to reject more money for ICE detention.
act.nilc.org
January 26, 2026 at 11:29 PM
The Senate will vote as soon as TOMORROW to increase funding for ICE & CBP.
We've already witnessed the deadly consequences of handing over $170 billion to these rogue agencies. We can’t let them get a single dollar more.
📣Email your Senators now: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
We've already witnessed the deadly consequences of handing over $170 billion to these rogue agencies. We can’t let them get a single dollar more.
📣Email your Senators now: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Today, we sent a reminder to Congress: We have three equal branches of government for a reason. You have power—use it.
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
January 26, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Today, we sent a reminder to Congress: We have three equal branches of government for a reason. You have power—use it.
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
A majority of the public supports you defending our democracy and reining in ICE and CBP. Our letter from NILC President @kicamatos.bsky.social details what steps must be taken:
We have until tomorrow to make it crystal clear to our Senators: NOT ONE MORE DOLLAR FOR ICE AND CBP.
📣Take action now & tag your friends to join you: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Hold your loved ones and communities close. Rest in power, Alex Pretti.
📣Take action now & tag your friends to join you: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Hold your loved ones and communities close. Rest in power, Alex Pretti.
January 26, 2026 at 6:39 PM
We have until tomorrow to make it crystal clear to our Senators: NOT ONE MORE DOLLAR FOR ICE AND CBP.
📣Take action now & tag your friends to join you: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Hold your loved ones and communities close. Rest in power, Alex Pretti.
📣Take action now & tag your friends to join you: act.nilc.org/page/93101/a...
Hold your loved ones and communities close. Rest in power, Alex Pretti.
Let their cruelty fuel our solidarity.
January 23, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Let their cruelty fuel our solidarity.
It's illegal & unconstitutional for ICE to break down doors & arrest people without warrants.
If an ICE agent has entered/enters your home without your consent or a warrant signed by a judge, contact NILC if you're interested in joining a legal challenge to this policy at DemocracyDefense@nilc.org.
If an ICE agent has entered/enters your home without your consent or a warrant signed by a judge, contact NILC if you're interested in joining a legal challenge to this policy at DemocracyDefense@nilc.org.
January 22, 2026 at 11:23 PM
It's illegal & unconstitutional for ICE to break down doors & arrest people without warrants.
If an ICE agent has entered/enters your home without your consent or a warrant signed by a judge, contact NILC if you're interested in joining a legal challenge to this policy at DemocracyDefense@nilc.org.
If an ICE agent has entered/enters your home without your consent or a warrant signed by a judge, contact NILC if you're interested in joining a legal challenge to this policy at DemocracyDefense@nilc.org.
ICE is using children as bait. The cruelty is the point.
Look at this photo of a terrified 5-year-old and ask yourself: Is this how I want my tax dollars spent?
Then tell your members of Congress right now and make it clear: NO MORE FUNDING FOR DHS.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Look at this photo of a terrified 5-year-old and ask yourself: Is this how I want my tax dollars spent?
Then tell your members of Congress right now and make it clear: NO MORE FUNDING FOR DHS.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
ICE detains four children from Minnesota school district, including 5-year-old
Columbia Heights Public Schools district officials accused ICE officers of using the 5-year-old “as bait.” A 10-year-old and her mother were also detained.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 22, 2026 at 6:11 PM
ICE is using children as bait. The cruelty is the point.
Look at this photo of a terrified 5-year-old and ask yourself: Is this how I want my tax dollars spent?
Then tell your members of Congress right now and make it clear: NO MORE FUNDING FOR DHS.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
Look at this photo of a terrified 5-year-old and ask yourself: Is this how I want my tax dollars spent?
Then tell your members of Congress right now and make it clear: NO MORE FUNDING FOR DHS.
www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/...
🎙️Tune in to our newest Freedom to Thrive Podcast episode, “Laughing is a Survival Skill," with host Hector Flores & comedian Tanael Joachim (TJ).
This episode is a reminder that storytelling & humor are crucial in building solidarity, resistance, and hope.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
This episode is a reminder that storytelling & humor are crucial in building solidarity, resistance, and hope.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
January 22, 2026 at 4:19 PM
🎙️Tune in to our newest Freedom to Thrive Podcast episode, “Laughing is a Survival Skill," with host Hector Flores & comedian Tanael Joachim (TJ).
This episode is a reminder that storytelling & humor are crucial in building solidarity, resistance, and hope.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/
This episode is a reminder that storytelling & humor are crucial in building solidarity, resistance, and hope.
🎧 www.freedomtothrive.com/episodes/