A Radical Proposal Calls for a Moratorium on Deportations
The Migrant Justice Platform also offers a simple solution to address the tension between native-born and foreign workers: Protect immigrants’ right to organize.
Sanctuary Cities
Democrats Push to Limit Police Collaboration With Immigration Agents in Texas
SB 997 is likely an example of how House Democrats will attempt to dilute the so-called sanctuary cities ban before it can reach the governor's desk.
Nearly $100K Raised for Travis Co. Programs Affected by Abbott’s Anti-Sanctuary Cities Crusade
After Governor Greg Abbott pulled $1.5 million in grants that fund Travis County programs, local officials and Democrats in the Legislature retaliated by launching a fundraiser.
Hundreds Fill Texas Capitol to Oppose Anti-Sanctuary Cities Bill
Popular resistance swells as Governor Abbott and Texas Republicans push anti-immigrant legislation.
Abbott Threatens to ‘Remove’ Travis County Sheriff if She Does Not Fully Cooperate with ICE
Critics say the governor has no legal standing to remove an elected official from office over a policy disagreement.
Lawmakers, Advocates Unveil Campaign to Stop Anti-Immigrant Legislation
"We oppose these politics that have become poisoned with misinformation about immigrants and border life," said state Senator Jose Rodriguez.
Activists Announce ‘Sanctuary in the Streets’ Ahead of Trump Inauguration
Austin advocates say they will put their bodies on the line to defend immigrants from Trump administration deportations.
Faith Leaders Pledge to Offer Sanctuary to Immigrants Facing Deportation
In the last month, the number of congregations offering to provide shelter to immigrants has more than doubled across the country to 450.
Guatemalan Mom, Son Win Surprise Victory for Sanctuary Movement
The pair took sanctuary in an Austin church eight months ago, hoping to avoid deportation back into danger at home.