Immigration Reform | Colorlines

A group of people are seated below a large sign on a wall that reads, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Hundreds of Thousands of Foreign Workers Impacted by Trump's Latest Immigration Restrictions

The president says the decision to ban temporary worker visas and extend green card restrictions is in response to the loss of American jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Shani Saxon Jun 23, 2020 4:30PM ET

A woman with a long braid holds a sign that reads, "Protect Dreamers"

US Supreme Court Upholds DACA in Historic Ruling

The decision means that the Trump administration won’t be allowed to terminate the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Shani Saxon Jun 18, 2020 1:00PM ET

Protestors inside a large train station hold a giant sign that reads, U.S. Immigration Policy is a Crime

Asylum Seekers Accuse ICE of Imposing High Bond Fees as a Condition of Parole

“Now that they’re granting some paroles, they’re placing as many hurdles as possible,” an attorney with the SPLC said.

Shani Saxon Jun 17, 2020 3:45PM ET

Vehicle shown with U.S. Customs and Border Protection written in black on the white door.

Advocates Urge DOJ to Stop Migrant Prosecutions During COVID-19 Pandemic

Hundreds of immigration, civil rights and faith-based advocacy groups sent a letter to AG William Barr asking for immediate changes in the criminal prosecution of migrants.

Shani Saxon Mar 24, 2020 4:16PM EDT

protesters hold signs calling for an end to detaining immigrants

Immigrants Stage Hunger Strike Inside ICE Detention Centers Amid Coronavirus Fears

As panic spreads throughout the New Jersey facilities, detainees demand to be released due to unsanitary conditions.

Shani Saxon Mar 23, 2020 5:20PM EDT

Two women stand in front of an orange sign that reads "Freedom of Movement"

Beauty and the Beast: New Movement Creates ‘ICE-Free Zones’ Across U.S.

Advocacy group Mijente partnered with Lush Cosmetics to launch the “Freedom of Movement” Campaign to raise awareness about critical challenges faced by undocumented people in America.

Shani Saxon Mar 4, 2020 1:50PM EST