Press Releases

Immigrants with Mental Disabilities May Reopen Deportation Cases

Los Angeles, CA – Hundreds of immigrants with mental disabilities who were ordered deported after being forced to represent themselves in court may be able to return to the U.S. under terms of a settlement approved today in a landmark class action lawsuit.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights

Landmark Civil Rights Settlement on Behalf of English Learners Affirms State of California Must Ensure Schools Provide English Language Instruction

State agencies agree to establish watchdog system to ensure schools no longer deny English Language instruction to learners, which make up ¼ of California students
Issue Areas: Education Equity