Yesterday, Cities for Action—a coalition of over 200 U.S. mayors and county executives advocating for pro-immigrant federal policies and launching innovative, inclusive programs and policies at the local level. Continue Reading →
Category Archives: immigrants
Harlem’s Brian Benjamin And Others Ask Cuomo To End Family Separation And More
Almost two years ago in response to the Trump Administration’s “Zero Tolerance Policy” that marked the tragic beginning of ongoing immigrant family separations in this country. Continue Reading →
Uptown Rep. Rodriguez Celebrating The Contributions Made By Immigrants
Today, Saturday, September 12th, uptowns Council Member Ydanis Rodriguez hosted a breakfast to celebrate the contributions made by immigrants in New York City. Continue Reading →
Commissioner Mostofi On Nationwide Halting Implementation Of The Public Charge Of Rule
“The District Court’s decision to halt the implementation of the Public Charge Rule nationwide for the duration of the COVID-19 national health emergency brings relief. Continue Reading →
NY Senate Majority Passes Legislation Banning ICE Agents Making Arrests In NY’s Courthouses
The Senate Democratic Majority today passed legislation to ban Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from making arrests in New York courthouses. Continue Reading →
VICTORY! SCOTUS Declares Trump’s Termination Of DACA Illegal
In a 5-4 majority opinion the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration’s termination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program violated the Administrative Procedure Act and was, thus, unlawful. Continue Reading →
Harlem’s Tren’ness Woods-Black And Others Offer Ideas To Boost Minority And Immigrant-Owned Businesses In Crisis
Yesterday marked the beginning of the gradual reopening of New York City’s economy, but there is much policymakers will need to do in the weeks and months ahead to ensure that the city’s economic recovery is inclusive and equitable. Continue Reading →