As the admin targets immigrant workers, food producers could struggle to maintain operations, with potential consequences for consumers across the country.
Read more: theguardian.com/us-news/2026…
Lia Parada with the @TPS_Alliance shares that nearly 1.3 million individuals have been impacted by TPS terminations in the wake of the greatest de-documentation in US history.
Thank you to the @ChrisVanHollen (D-MD), @DickDurbin (D-IL), and @SenAlexPadilla (D-CA) for hosting a recent Spotlight Forum regarding the attacks on TPS and the vital contributions TPS holders make to our communities.
Read our Losing Status Report: fwd.us/protections-and-workf…
On Nov. 7, @fwdus is heading to Crooked Con in DC, hosted by @crookedmedia! Join us!
We will reflect on the lessons of 2026 and discuss the ways we can advance criminal justice and immigration reform. The day includes panels across four stages, candidate forums, live shows, interviews, and organizing events.
Use code PRODEMOCRACY to get discounted tickets with this link: crookedcon.com/tickets
See you there!
Use code PRODEMOCRACY to get discounted tickets with this link: crookedcon.com/tickets
See you there!
The Trump administration’s proposed $70,000 tax on OPT could make it harder for international students to gain work experience in the U.S. after graduation. @TIME coverage features @FWDus President @TheToddSchulte.

ALT A torn magazine article from TIME discusses a proposed $70,000 fee for international students to work in the U.S. Chad de Guzman wrote the article, dated October 8, 2026. The article includes a quote from Todd Schulte, president of immigration reform advocacy group FWD.us, criticizing the proposal's impact on attracting global talent, especially in STEM fields.
As Schulte explains, the proposal risks pricing the U.S. out of the global competition for top talent, especially in STEM fields.
Read more: time.com/article/2026/10/08/…
They put down roots, raised American children, they pay taxes, they join unions. They became the backbone of some of the most essential industries in this country’s economy.” @SEIUPres April Verret testified about how harmful the ending of TPS is for communities and industries around the country.
U.S. Senators @ChrisVanHollen, @SenatorDurbin, and @AlexPadilla4CA hosted a recent Spotlight Forum regarding the attacks on TPS and how TPS holders strengthen our communities and workforce.
Read more here: fwd.us/news/new-fwd-us-repor…
Recently, @fwdus Sr. Campaign Director, Alesha Judkins, attended the Alabama Strategy Conference in Montgomery. Advocates, attorneys, faith leaders, activists, and artists united around ending mass incarceration, advancing restorative justice, and restoring hope through reentry and opportunity.
Recently, U.S. Senators @ChrisVanHollen, @DickDurbin, and @SenAlexPadilla hosted a Spotlight Forum highlighting how TPS strengthens Ohio and communities across the country.
Since last year, the government has severely delayed DACA renewals, forcing many recipients out of their jobs and leaving thousands at risk of deportation.
@FWDus President Todd Schulte issued the following statement on the administration’s deliberate delays.

ALT This image features a statement from FWD.us regarding severe delays in DACA renewal processing. It highlights that renewals, once completed in weeks, now take seven to nine months, affecting thousands. The statement is attributed to Todd Schulte, FWD.us President. The background includes torn paper with blue at the bottom.
Read the full statement: fwd.us/news/fwd-us-statement…
Last week, @FWDus Education & Workforce Director Ali Procopio joined student leaders & partners at @AmericanU to launch Powered by Students: The Takeover. This campaign aims to protect higher ed access for all students, regardless of immigration status. We're proud to stand alongside them!
So long as international students still want to study in the U.S., OPT and STEM OPT will enable them to gain valuable work experience after graduation, even if only for a limited period of time.
Learn more: fwd.us/news/stem-internation…















