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News Archive for "Immigration"

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NYIFUP Decries Potential Mass Transfer of Detained Immigrants

Immigration advocates are calling on ICE to cease the sudden transfers and release those in custody, according to NJ Spotlight News.

LAS: ICE Must Cease Sudden Transfer of Detained Clients

Immigration advocates are reaffirming the need to end the disturbing new practice and calling for the release of all detained individuals, reports Gothamist/WNYC.

LAS Issues Letter Condemning Disappearance of Immigrant Clients

The letter to ICE demands halt to sudden transfers of detainees to states across the country, reports Gothamist.

LAS, Partners Leading National Conversation on Immigrant Representation

New York's progressive approach can serve as a model for immigrant representation nationwide, reports Vox.

LAS Slams Information Blackout on Vaccinations at ICE Detention Center

ICE has been unwilling to provide statistics on vaccinations for detained individuals, according to a new report by City Limits.

LAS Backs Bill to End ICE Contracts with Local Jails

The Dignity Not Detention Act would block coordination between the ICE and New York law enforcement, reports NY1 News.

Capital One and Consumer Law Project Partner to Support NYC Consumers

The support will fund the development of a manual for New Yorkers to use in navigating the small claims court system.

LAS: NYC Mayoral Candidates Must Address Challenges of Immigrant Communities

Advocates are calling on the politicians running for Mayor of New York City to articulate immigrant-specific policy positions, reports DocumentedNY.

LAS Flags Key Deadline for Youth Denied Special Immigrant Juvenile Status

Immigrant youth between the ages of 18-21 who were denied protection under the Trump administration must file an appeal by May 31, or lose this vital relief, according to Univision.

LAS Applauds Lawmakers’ Deal for Essential Immigrant Workers

A $2.1 billion fund has been established for undocumented workers who were excluded from previous COVID-19 relief, as reported by BK Reader.