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Dear Friend, Over the past week, the spread of the coronavirus continued to have an impact beyond the bounds of public health—including on the immigration system and how our country treats immigrants. The American Immigration Council is responding to the moment by: • Filing a lawsuit with partners to close the immigration courts, allow for remote court appearance instead, and guarantee secure ways for attorneys and detained clients to speak to each other. Stay healthy and stay strong.
Beth Werlin, Executive Director
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