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Funding for DHS is back in the House. Keep up the pressure! Tell your representatives to hold our government accountable. Take action here: https://ow.ly/RCvt50Y7Knt

Last night, The Advocates for Human Rights joined a group of refugees in filing a federal class action lawsuit challenging the illegal arrest and imprisonment of resettled refugees in Minnesota. https://theadvocatesforhumanrights.org/News/A/Index?id=626

Take Action: Oppose the Expanded Funding for Enforcement in the FY2026 DHS Appropriation Bill - The Advocates for Human Rights

Take Action: Oppose the Expanded Funding for Enforcement in the FY2026 DHS Appropriation Bill
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ICE shooting: immigrant advocates demanding accountability Madeline Lohman, director of advocacy and outreach, at The Advocates for Human Rights in Minneapolis, talks immigration enforcement and accountability following deadly shooting of U.S. citizen involving an ICE officer.

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How a Minneapolis ICE raid turned deadly - ABC listen As the Trump administration focuses on its actions abroad, political tension is escalating at home. An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has shot dead a US citizen in the city of Minneapolis. The shooting has intensified bitter political debate over Donald Trump’s controversial immigration policy which has seen ICE raids in cities across America. Today, advocacy and outreach director for The Advocates for Human Rights, Madeline Lohman on the reaction from residents after thousands of people took to the streets of Minneapolis. Featured: Madeline Lohman, Advocacy and Outreach...

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/abc-news-daily/how-a-minneapolis-ice-raid-turned-deadly/106211036

Minnesota’s immigration cases are increasingly held in secret Judges are limiting access to court proceedings, citing safety concerns. Observers say it’s an overreaction that hurts transparency.

Minnesota’s immigration cases are increasingly held in secret
https://www.startribune.com/minnesotas-immigration-cases-are-increasingly-held-in-secret/601542378

“We are not lonely individuals who can exist alone. We need others, and that’s also a great source of joy.” - Rosa Logar

Alight, ‘Immigration Hub’ ensure immigrant communities are prepared for ICE enforcement A coalition of legal aid organizations created a “Immigration Hub” to pool their resources in anticipation of ramped-up immigration enforcement.

Alight, ‘Immigration Hub’ ensure immigrant communities are prepared for ICE enforcement
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"With the strategic support from our international partners, we're drawing attention to major structural issues in order to move the government to take actions that will benefit women and families in Turkmenistan." - Progres Foundation Executive Director Aynabat Yaylymova
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Access to a fair day in court is foundational to our notion of justice in the United States. Immigration Court Observation Project volunteers are documenting violations every day, including vanishing access to a fair day in court. Read more: https://ow.ly/Vpum50XyiXa

Northfield man arrested by ICE agents in tense confrontation will be deported to Mexico A judge ruled Monday that Adan Nunez Gonzalez be sent back to his home country of Mexico after ruling that the father of four did not have a valid reason to seek asylum in the U.S.

Northfield man arrested by ICE agents in tense confrontation will be deported to Mexico
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The Advocates spoke at 'Neighbors Among Us: A Primer on Immigration Terms, Status, and Mass Deportation' about our work protecting the rights of migrants! #immigration

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Our team of staff, global partners, and dedicated volunteers recently returned from a trip to Geneva for the 60th session of the Human Rights Council. Read about some of our highlights here: https://www.theadvocatesforhumanrights.org/News/A/Index?id=605

Over the past years, The Advocates has added a gender dimension to our death penalty advocacy, shedding light on the invisible reality of women sentenced to death. Learn more about our work here: https://ow.ly/xW6J50X9lCl #deathpenalty

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Tell Congress today: Everyone deserves their fair day in court. https://secure.vera.org/a/protect-due-process

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We must fight back to safeguard our communities from blatantly unlawful and indiscriminate enforcement. One way of doing so is by demanding #DueProcess4All. No one should have to live in fear of family separation. No one should have to face detention and deportation alone.

Due process is for everyone in the U.S—no exceptions, says
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The Trump administration’s cruel attacks on immigrants undermine due process and pave the way for mass deportation. Their actions have created a cycle of fear, chaos, and injustice.

The Advocates have been notified that current funding for legal services for unaccompanied children has resumed, but the struggle isn't over. We call on policymakers to continue to defend this funding, protect vulnerable children, and uphold our commitment to justice.