"Birthright citizenship is not ambiguous, nor is it a vague legal question; it is a cornerstone of American democracy enshrined in the Constitution. This decision fails us all, fails the courts, and fails our Constitution." @AILAExecDir @AILANational bit.ly/4eqO6tY
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Revoking Harvard’s ability to enroll foreign students is a reckless abuse of power and blatant government overreach. This undermines higher ed, immigration law, and due process and undoubtedly damages America’s global standing. nytimes.com/2025/05/22/us/po…
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This isn’t the end of the fight. The IJ, a DOJ employee, was unlikely to rule differently. The next step is the Federal courts. A Federal judge found this law unconstitutional before and should affirm that again. apnews.com/article/mahmoud-k…
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NEW: AILA Executive Director Ben Johnson warns that steps taken by the Trump Administration to eliminate important immigration oversight bodies will result in further abuses and unchecked exercise of power by the current administration. bit.ly/41SiZmn
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"There isn't a lot of consistency on what they're doing except trying to find any and every reason to prevent people from coming back into the United States and any and every reason to try to kick people out of the United States," said AILA's Ben Johnson. n.pr/43zmEH2
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"U.S. District Judge Edward Chen ruled Monday that Biden-era extensions of [TPS for Venezuela] protections must remain in place for now." politi.co/3XEDEI2
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We are proud to stand with our partners to challenge the President's unlawful registration rule. Read more about our ongoing litigation: bit.ly/3YcRrWt
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AILA member Russell Abrutyn spoke with Fox 2 Detroit about unexpected cuts to immigration oversight agencies and ensuing concerns for clients and their families. bit.ly/4l4an3A
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"The Department of Homeland Security said Friday that it will revoke legal protections for hundreds of thousands of Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans, setting them up for potential deportation in about a month." n.pr/4kOupit
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Last night, the Trump administration put forth a chilling directive ordering sanctions, reviews, and stricter oversight of attorneys in asylum and immigration cases. AILA rejects this dangerous assault on the legal profession. Read from AILA leadership: bit.ly/41SLtet
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"The Trump administration has transferred hundreds of immigrants to El Salvador even as a federal judge issued an order temporarily barring the deportations under an 18th century wartime declaration...Flights were in the air at the time of the ruling." bit.ly/4iVzmUK
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“The Administration has not articulated a single, understandable reason for President Trump to restart the cruel, truly abhorrent practice of detaining families." Read the full statement on family detention from @AILANational leadership. bit.ly/3XQAWz6
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The Department of Justice is undermining the integrity of the U.S. immigration courts. Take action today by demanding Congressional oversight and holding the Executive Branch accountable for its systemic attacks on the immigration courts. bit.ly/41GTlj3
My clients, colleagues, and I were blindsided by the sudden and immediate change in USCIS forms this week. Tens of thousands of applications could be affected. Thank you @AILANational and @BenachCollopy for bringing litigation to try to right this wrong. bit.ly/4itlvEV
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In a new #ThinkImmigration blog post, AILA member Hudaidah Bhimdi reflects on her journey as a Muslim American immigration attorney, her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, and her work toward a society that embraces and celebrates diversity. bit.ly/4hZGcZy
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The Trump Administration's plan would establish "a nationwide network of military detention facilities for immigrants who are subject to deportation. The proposal would mark a major escalation in the militarization of immigration enforcement." nyti.ms/3Xi5fi1
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Matthew Maiona, adjunct professor at Suffolk University Law School and AILA member, "says immigration crackdowns aren’t just costing customers but also workers, from restaurants and hospitality to construction to healthcare." bit.ly/3XnvAeJ
As the Trump Administration seeks to implement registration requirements for foreign-born individuals, @AILANational leadership has cautioned about the dangerous implications for people of all statuses – including U.S. citizens. bit.ly/4kkBM10
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NEW on the #ThinkImmigration blog: key concepts and considerations about the H-1B visa, including eligibility, the application process, and more. bit.ly/41mkadw
"I don’t think we are at a more critical juncture to bring facts, rational analysis, and the clear legal and humanitarian translation of impact to the public," writes Kathleen Campbell Walker for @AILANational’s #ThinkImmigration blog. Read more: bit.ly/4hTGald