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Immigration Attorney practicing in all areas of US Immigration & Nationality Law representing individuals, families & US businesses. Passionate advocate for human rights with over 33 years of experience. Political Junkie & PT Fitness Instructor!
Another example of the Trump Administration nonsensical policy changes that will harm businesses, workers, and families: bit.ly/4hzMsrf
AILA: Trump Administration Ending of Automatic Extension of Work Permits Will Damage American Businesses, Workers, and Families
AILA President Jeff Joseph and Executive Director Ben Johnson condemned the Trump Administration's announced ending of the automatic work permit extensions which had provided a failsafe for vetted wor...
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October 30, 2025 at 1:40 PM
When an Administration runs not by the rule of law but by pure chaos & corruption!
And now this is the first statement from a named White House official, hours before the proclamation is set to go into effect.

Despite saying “to be clear,” her first tweet in this thread contained an FAQ posted yesterday which contains NONE of the information she lists below.
September 20, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Don’t Be Misled by the Government’s $1,000 Self-Deportation Offer. bsky.app/profile/aila...
aila.org AILA @aila.org · May 24
DHS is offering $1,000 to undocumented individuals who self-deport, but this offer comes with significant risks. Understanding your rights and the long-term impact of this decision is crucial. Speak to a qualified attorney before making any decision. Visit ailalawyer.com
Don’t Be Misled by the Government’s $1,000 Self-Deportation Offer
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May 30, 2025 at 8:41 PM
“The Administration came to curb what it calls judicial overreach. The Justices instead spent two hours confronting the chaos that would erupt without a nationwide bar." Read more about today's oral arguments on birthright citizenship on #ThinkImmigration.
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Think Immigration: Birthright Citizenship on the Brink: Takeaways from Trump v. CASA Oral Argument
Brian Green and Jeremy McKinney describe oral arguments in Trump v. CASA, Trump v. Washington, and Trump v. New Jersey, writing “The Administration came to curb what it calls judicial overreach. The J...
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May 16, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Crimes Against Humanity Continues. .
Georgetown scholar Dr. Khan Suri, who was abducted by ICE, was refused food/water to break Ramadan fast, housed in a room without a bed, and issued *used* underwear.

His child cried for days after he was taken and has since stopped speaking.

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April 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
The Trump administration continues to target people holding lawful visas, including students and researchers, through visa revocations, termination of lawful status, detention, and removal without due process. Read the latest from @aila.org. bit.ly/4i6xh7M
AILA: Trump Dragnet Widens to Unconstitutional Targeting of People with Visas
AILA President and Executive Director respond to Trump Administration’s targeting of lawful visa holders, including students and researchers, in this press statement urging Congressional action “to pr...
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April 7, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Highlight of my day-meeting Senator Corrie Booker after his marathon speech!
April 5, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Justice Prevails!
BREAKING - Mahmoud Khalil WINS vs Trump admin

Trump admin tried to dismiss Khalil's habeas corpus petition challenging his detention -- and tried to transfer it to Louisiana, where he's being held

Court REJECTS govt -- case will stay in federal court in NJ where it was filed
April 2, 2025 at 12:26 AM
The President is attempting to vilify immigration lawyers for fulfilling our duty of zealously advocating for our clients. This is an attack on due process & attempt to silence those who work to protect the most vulnerable among us. NEW from @aila.org: bit.ly/41SLtet
AILA Rejects Administration’s Dangerous Restrictions on Immigration Attorneys
AILA President Kelli Stump and Executive Director Ben Johnson reject a chilling directive by the Trump Administration ordering sanctions, reviews, and stricter oversight of attorneys in asylum and imm...
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March 22, 2025 at 7:52 PM
The Alien Enemies Act of 1798 is archaic and draconian. The President's unconstitutional use of it to deport Venezuelan nationals to El Salvador is an extraordinary overreach and threatens the safety and due process rights of all of us. bit.ly/4hMv8hb
AILA: Invocation of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans to El Salvador is Unconstitutional
AILA President Kelli Stump and ED Ben Johnson responded to President Trump invoking the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, an archaic, draconian law, saying, “No President should be able to resurrect a law fr...
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March 18, 2025 at 9:05 PM
I’m in full agreement: “This assault on the Constitution should be rejected by the courts and we should all stand up against this kind of abuse of power” @ailaexecdir.bsky.social. Read the latest statement from @aila.org leadership. bit.ly/41LQ7uD
AILA Leaders Express Deep Concerns at Trump Administration Undermining Constitutionally Protected First Amendment Rights
AILA President Kelli Stump and Executive Director Ben Johnson respond to recent actions and threats by the Trump Administration against individuals with legal immigration status that undermine fundame...
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March 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM
With an insufficient number of home healthcare workers in the U.S., our immigration laws must reflect the reality that immigrant workers are crucial in meeting the high demand for home healthcare services. New #ThinkImmigration from @aila.org explains.
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Think Immigration: Where Are the Healthcare Aides?
In this blog post, AILA Law Student Member Katrynna Jackowicz details the importance of healthcare aides and highlights the fact that “Our immigration system lacks a temporary work visa option and a s...
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March 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
My clients, colleagues, and I were blindsided by the sudden and immediate change in USCIS forms this week. Tens of thousands of applications could be affected. Thank you @aila.org and Benach Collopy LLP for bringing litigation to try to right this wrong. bit.ly/4itlvEV
AILA and Members File Litigation Against Arbitrary Mandatory Form Changes
Today, AILA and Benach Collopy, LLP, brought litigation in the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia against the Trump Administration for abruptly implementing immediate form changes that wi...
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March 7, 2025 at 8:22 PM


I wrote to my Representative urging them to vote NO on H.R. 32, the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act. This bill threatens public safety and will cause major disruptions in the critically needed services cities provide. Join me
and take action today! bit.ly/43nEYCD
Call to Action: Tell Congress to Protect Families and Communities – Vote No on H.R. 32
Congress will soon vote on H.R. 32 – the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act, a bill that threatens local communities by cutting federal funding to jurisdictions labeled as “sanctuary cities.” This wo...
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March 6, 2025 at 2:07 AM
The Trump Administration seeks to require foreign-born individuals to register with the federal government. I stand with @aila.org leadership in warning that this will not make Americans safer & will cause harm to thousands of families and businesses.

bit.ly/4kkBM10
Trump Administration Seeks to Implement Registration Requirement
AILA President Kelli Stump and Executive Director Ben Johnson respond to the proposed registry requirement, arguing that it will create chaos and fear, and would lead to what amounts to a national ‘sh...
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February 27, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Q-do we write the check to Donald Trump or DHS?

The U.S. is going to “sell” gold cards for $5 million

“Wealthy people will be coming into our country by buying this card,”
Trump to Launch ‘Gold Card’ Visa Program for Wealthy Investors
President Donald Trump said he is starting a program to offer residency and a path to citizenship to investors who pay $5 million, offering a new avenue for legal immigration even as he carries out a ...
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February 25, 2025 at 11:12 PM
This is a Masterpiece! “Trump’s plans are petulant, cruel & arbitrary” “Musk’s … probably calculated during a relentless & jet-fueled Diablo 4 marathon”. 😂
The Papua New Guinea Courier is in rare form.
February 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The Senate has approved $350 billion to implement a mass detention and deportation system like we’ve never seen before. This funding - with zero checks to ensure due process - will create chaos in our legal system, harm our communities, & tank the economy. bit.ly/3EQ9Lhv
Senate Fails to Put Any Checks or Balances on Trump Administration’s Mass Detention and Deportation Plans
AILA President Kelli Stump and Executive Director Ben Johnson responded to the Senate passage of the budget reconciliation bill noting, “Missing from this budget is any understanding that immigrants h...
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February 22, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Teachers teach. We need a leaderful movement, and there are leaders all around us.
February 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The best evil son Dr Evil could ever ask for! #stephenmiller #DrEvil
February 21, 2025 at 7:31 PM
So much for this administration’s alleged “transparency “.
February 16, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Brilliant word usage- collaborative community it shall be called instead of DEI!

“The University of Colorado is dedicated to fostering a collaborative community where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported."
Ooooh well played.
February 14, 2025 at 11:45 PM
This is an insane tasteless post from the US government. #ValentinesDay
February 14, 2025 at 9:04 PM
A little Snow on the ground! #snowday
February 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Shocked they didn’t go with “WhiteLand”!
February 11, 2025 at 10:50 PM