ICE Raids: know your rights
For this week's blog post, I felt it essential to discuss the recent ICE raids nationwide. The Trump administration's aggressive stance on immigration, followed by widespread raids – many of which are unconstitutional – has instilled fear in many communities across the United States. Families are being torn apart, individuals are being forced to hide, and communities are living in a state of uncertainty.
As these raids occur, it is crucial for everyone to understand the legal, ethical, and humanitarian implications of these actions. The information below is a culmination of tips, information, and resources that may prove helpful for those vulnerable to these raids and those interested in assisting and supporting them.
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Resources
The Informed Immigrant presents numerous areas of assistance, including legal help, DACA, understanding your rights, and an understanding about deportation and detention.
The ACLU provides details what to do if law enforcement asks about your immigration status.
The singer Fiona Apple has lent her voice to the animated video below, We Have Rights: When Documenting ICE Arrests that informs individuals who witness an arrest. The We Have Rights Campaign includes several informational videos.
Groups like the MigraWatch Hotline help individuals report ICE activity and connect with legal assistance.
Freedom for Immigrants operates a free, confidential hotline for detained immigrants seeking help.
RAICES (Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services) provides free and low-cost legal assistance for detained immigrants and asylum seekers.
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