ICE is trying to destroy records of abuse in detention 

U.S. Immigration And Customs Enforcement (ICE) is about to destroy records documenting civil rights violations and abuses in detention. NIJC, ACLU, American Immigration Council, and National Immigration Law Center filed Freedom of Information Act Requests to obtain the documents before it's too late. ICE must be held accountable for its abuses and incompetence. Read more in ABC News.

Welcoming communities prepare for ICE and border patrol

With threats of increased ICE enforcement actions across the United States in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, we encourage communities to prepare to protect themselves and defend their rights. Here's how you can protect yourself and your community.

ICE neglects LGBTQ folks in immigration jail

Newly revealed inspections reports show serious medical neglect of transgender individuals in immigration jail. NIJC clients Kelly and Zsa Zsa courageously told their stories to Reuters. ICE must release all transgender folks now. Read the exclusive in Reuters.

Solitary confinement is torture. Our client Francisco is just one of the many many LGBTQ people who are suffering abuse and neglect in immigration jail. We're fighting for his freedom and victory in his case. Read Francisco's story in Truthout.

NIJC sues ICE for racial profiling

ICE will use any tactics possible, including racial profiling and unlawful arrests, to try to mass arrest and lock up our immigrant neighbors. This is unacceptable and unlawful. Read the story by Chicago Public Radio about NIJC's lawsuit challenging ICE's enforcement tactics, which a judge recently ruled can proceed.

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Illinois ends collaboration between Department Of Corrections and ICE

We applaud Governor JB Pritzker for ending cooperation between the Illinois Department of Corrections and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Imposing the second punishment of deportation and exile on those who have already made their way through the criminal legal system disrupts family units and destabilizes communities, leaving us all less secure. See NIJC's statement.

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Maryland weighs ending immigration detention

Maryland has an opportunity to make history and ban immigration detention in the state. NIJC's Jesse Franzblau testified before the Maryland House of Delegates encouraging it to adopt legislation that would do just that. Check out the testimony.

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Restaurant partners with school to help young NIJC client

Tonight, Maple Indian Cuisine in Goshen, Indiana will donate a portion of its proceeds to help a former Goshen Community Schools student and NIJC client raise money for her green card application. Thanks to Goshen Middle School National Junior Honor Society for organizing this event and to Maple Indian Cuisine for their generosity. Get more information about Give Back Night at Maple Indian Cuisnie tonight. 

Maple Indian Cuisine
127 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 | 5:00 - 8:00 PM ET