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July 16, 2026
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NILC Responds to Trump’s Cruel ‘Public Charge’ Rule Change
WASHINGTON — Sarah Krieger, senior policy counsel at the National Immigration Law Center, issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration’s finalized “public charge” rule:
“The Trump administration is once again weaponizing the federal government to make immigrants afraid to go to the doctor, buy food at the grocery store, and even file taxes. With this new rule, they are sowing fear and chaos to ultimately reshape America into a country where only the few who are white and ultra-wealthy are welcome. The rule is not just deeply harmful, it also violates the law, and NILC is prepared to defend the rights of immigrant communities.”
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Overview of Immigrant Eligibility for Federal Programs (Table)
Updated Oct 1, 2026 This table provides an overview of immigrant eligibility for the major federal public assistance programs. Originally published in November 2015.
Major Benefit Programs Available to Immigrants in California (Table)
Updated Sep 23, 2026 This table lists the programs for which certain immigrants residing in California are eligible. Originally published in May 2017.
How Anti-Black Racism Shapes Welfare Inequality for Immigrants
Published Sep 18, 2026 Laws and policies throughout American history have consistently and systematically ensured that Black people and immigrants do not receive equal opportunities to escape poverty.
What Immigrants Need to Know About the New Medicaid Eligibility Restrictions
Ben D’Avanzo
Published Oct 1, 2026 Congress has introduced Medicaid eligibility restrictions for immigrants who have experienced domestic violence and human trafficking, among others.