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September 16, 2025
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NILC Statement on ORR Whistleblower Report
WASHINGTON – Kica Matos, president of the National Immigration Law Center, issued the following statement after the New York Times reported on the existence of a whistleblower complaint providing facts that contradict a declaration the acting head of the Office of Refugee Resettlement made under oath in LGML v. Noem.
“This report is deeply concerning and underscores a disturbing pattern of the government misrepresenting pertinent facts in this case. We intend to continue using every legal avenue to advocate on behalf of these vulnerable children.”
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How to Find a Loved One After a U.S. Immigration Arrest
Updated Oct 20, 2026 This guide will help you look for someone who was taken by immigration officers and may be facing deportation.
The Door v. Edlow
This lawsuit challenges the government’s broad attempts to rush the deportation of unaccompanied children in violation of their civil rights and U.S. law.
Last update: Oct 19, 2026
Advocates for Unaccompanied Children File Lawsuit to Stop Federal Government’s Fast-Track Deportation Scheme
Published Oct 15, 2026 Legal service providers representing immigrant children filed a challenge in federal court today to stop the cruel and unlawful scheme to fast-track children’s asylum cases.
Benefits for Immigrant Survivors of Trafficking, Domestic Violence, and Other Serious Crimes in California
Updated Oct 6, 2026 This resource reviews the two categories of immigrants covered by California's SB 1569 (trafficking survivors and U visa applicants/holders), the benefits they may receive, and what they need to show in order to get these benefits. Originally...