People raise their fists in the air on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court after attending arguments in a case about the Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals.
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People raise their fists in the air on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court after attending arguments in a case about the Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals.
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NILC’s Freedom to Thrive Podcast Kicks Off Season Three

NILC’s Freedom to Thrive Podcast Kicks Off Season Three

Published Aug 6, 2026 WASHINGTON – The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) today launched its third season of its award-winning Freedom to Thrive podcast, hosted by LA-based artist and Las Cafeteras founding member, Hector Flores....

The Impact of Immigration Enforcement and Anti-Immigrant Policies on K-12 Schools, Educators, and Immigrant Youth and Families

The Impact of Immigration Enforcement and Anti-Immigrant Policies on K-12 Schools, Educators, and Immigrant Youth and Families

Published Aug 4, 2026 This report summarizes a timely national qualitative case study documenting the acute structural and emotional shocks rippling through America’s public education system due to heightened federal immigration enforcement...

CHIRLA v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security

CHIRLA v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security

This lawsuit challenges a rule by the Trump administration, which requires millions of people to register with the federal government and carry proof of their registration with them at all times, or risk federal criminal...

Last update: Jul 27, 2026

Tell Your Representatives in Congress to Support the Dream and Promise Act Discharge Petition

Tell Your Representatives in Congress to Support the Dream and Promise Act Discharge Petition

Stephanie Olvido

Published Jul 23, 2026 Across the country, immigrants with TPS and DACA are losing the ability to work, drive, and ultimately continue their lives in the United States. Join us in urging your House representative to sign the Dream and Promise Act discharge petition...

Season 3 of our Freedom to Thrive Podcast is Out Now

Comedian, writer, and actor Jenny Yang joins host Hector Flores. Jenny talks about identity, belonging, and what it really means to build spaces where people can come together, laugh, organize, and connect.

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Demand Congress Hold ICE Accountable

When we allow ICE to act with impunity, we are all less safe. Tell Congress to conduct rigorous oversight of ICE and take immediate steps to curb its abuse.

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