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Nov 21, 2017
Nov 21, 2017
The Trump administration illegally told airlines to continue enforcing the Muslim ban
Customs and Border Protection failed to notify airlines after their Muslim ban was stopped in court.
Oct 17, 2017
Oct 17, 2017
Boston Mayoral and City Council candidates show views on policing, immigration
We asked about issues that have a significant impact on the daily lives of Boston residents.
Sep 29, 2017
Sep 29, 2017
ACLU of Massachusetts statement on ICE's latest deportation roundup
ACLU of Massachusetts statement on ICE’s latest deportation roundup.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Sep 28, 2017
Sep 28, 2017
Where do Boston's Mayoral and City Council candidates stand on policing issues?
Nine organizations are asking City Council and Mayoral candidates to describe their views on a wide range of policing issues.
Sep 13, 2017
Sep 13, 2017
ACLU and EFF sue over warrantless electronics searches at U.S. border
We are suing on behalf of 11 travelers whose electronic devices were illegally searched at the border.
Sep 05, 2017
Sep 05, 2017
By terminating DACA, Trump chooses cruelty over compassion
The ACLU and coalition partners are exploring all measures to defend the rights of Dreamers to live and work in the country that’s their home.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Aug 18, 2017
Aug 18, 2017
ACLU of Massachusetts urges federal court to release Francisco Rodriguez
Our latest brief is part of our continuing challenge to Trump’s detention and deportation machine.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Aug 10, 2017
Aug 10, 2017
ACLU of Massachusetts calls proposed ICE detainer bill unconstitutional
‘Any attempt to revert to a system that supports Trump’s politically motivated anti-immigrant policies would be a step in the wrong direction.’
Aug 09, 2017
Aug 09, 2017
Local advocates outline the dangers of Governor Baker's proposed immigration bill
Bill would undermine landmark court decision, which held that Massachusetts law enforcement officers cannot warrantlessly hold people on ICE detainers.
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