Press Releases

Families separated by coercive immigration practices may be reunited in U.S.

With court’s approval, search begins in California and Mexico for Class Members
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

ACLU demands transparency of Border Patrol’s extensive “roving patrol” operations

Largest law enforcement agency in the country repeatedly ignores allegations of abuses
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

ACLU of California celebrates president's announcement of expanded relief from deportation for four million

While celebrating, the ACLU remains committed to expanding relief to all immigrants, preventing further militarization of border
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

ACLU achieves class action lawsuit settlement that ends deceitful immigration practices

Immigration agencies must make significant reforms to inform non-citizens of their rights LOS ANGELES — The American Civil Liberties Union and Cooley LLP today announced an historic settlement in a class action lawsuit, Lopez-Venegas v. Johnson, that alleged deceptive and coercive practices by immigration enforcement officers.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights