Immigration

Immigration shapes U.S. policy, law, and communities through decisions about who can enter and stay in America, how enforcement happens, and what rights people have during the process. The immigration system involves complex legal frameworks that affect millions of people annually, from asylum systems that offer refuge to those fleeing persecution, to visitor screening requirements.

Understanding Immigration Enforcement and Your Rights

When immigration enforcement occurs, knowing your rights is essential. Learn what rights apply during federal immigration enforcement encounters and what the Fourth Amendment requires before ICE can enter your home. Understand your legal rights during immigration raids and how sensitive locations restrict ICE arrests.

Immigration Detention and Due Process

If detained during immigration proceedings, multiple legal protections apply. Understand what due process rights apply to noncitizens detained inside the U.S. and how immigration judges decide bond release. Courts can block enforcement through preliminary injunctions.

Immigration Policy and Its Broader Impact

Immigration policy extends beyond enforcement to economic dimensions. Learn about the economic case for immigration and what data shows about America’s workforce, whether sanctuary policies work, and the history of American nativism.