We're in Albany today-on the first day of session, with partners and community members to call on the legislature to prioritize passing the New York for All Act. State leaders can't simply wait around while ICE terrorizes our immigrant neighbors and loved ones. Enough is enough. Pass #NY4All NOW.

New Yorkers from across the state are joining today’s action for #NY4All. We’re here to demand that our leaders pass the New York for All Act to ensure our state resources are never used to disappear our neighbors.  See how else this bill can defend immigrant communities. ⬇️

Our hearts are with Renee Good's family and loved ones. What happened yesterday is part of a terrifying pattern of deadly ICE violence, and Kristi Noem’s rhetoric seeks to strip away everyone’s basic humanity and rights - it must be resoundingly rejected.

NEW: NYS legislature convened its first day of session today, with @leaderasc.bsky.social urging the legislature to "protect our immigrant brothers and sisters" and pass #NY4All now. We join the call for legislators to meet the demands of the moment: www.immigrantdefenseproject.org/idp-joins-ny...

Whether it's funding the work, sharing our resources, following us online, or telling your friends and family about us, your support is *priceless*. Will you donate today before 2025 ends so we can start 2026 strong, together? https://bit.ly/3MY1Z9l

📢 IDP's hotline will be closed 12/24/25 to 1/5/26 📢 Only emergency inquiries between that time will be responded to. If your loved one was arrested by ice, visit immigrantdefenseproject.org/detention for information on navigating ICE detention and finding representation.

Thousands of NYers like Kristian and Christopher continue to face deportation and/or prolonged sentences this holiday, separated from loved ones. Freedom should be a human right, not a gift. But the greatest gift of all would be for Gov Hochul to use her powers to grant clemency and reunite families

NEW: Yesterday, Trump announced the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I to III. We know that the criminalization of marijuana fuels the arrest-to-deportation pipeline and rescheduling simply isn't enough for those most affected by its criminalization. We demand DECRIMINALIZATION now!

From sharing KYR materials, calling for just policies and more, we're defending immigrant rights *together*— Join us this #GivingTuesday to continue the fight: https://donorbox.org/defending-immigrant-rights-together?utm_source=Donorbox&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=2025+EOY+Appeal&utm_term=Bluesky

DHS turned 23 this week. While many are with loved ones this holiday season, we're thinking of the millions of people impacted by the U.S.'s mass deportation machine - something DHS played no small part in supporting. A world before DHS existed. A world beyond DHS can exist in the future.

ICYMI: the Trump admin's challenge of NY's Protect Our Courts Act was dismissed! Today, the consensus remains clear: using courts as a trap to snatch people undermines due process, instills fear, and harms families. This decision is a powerful rebuke to efforts to attack our local laws:

It’s a new day in New York City. New Yorkers have given Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social and @council.nyc.gov a clear mandate to fight and win against ICE's abuses of power – they can start by protecting NYC sanctuary laws and passing the NYC Trust Act to get #ICEOutNYC

As ICE continues targeting communities across the U.S., remember these tips and your rights when documenting or sharing ICE activity you come across. 🗣️ And remember: Everyone has rights during an encounter with ICE – regardless of immigration status. Learn them at immigrantdefenseproject.org/kyr

We couldn't agree more with @salazarsenate.bsky.social - This moment requires action beyond outrage, including passing legislation like the New York for All Act to stop state and local agencies from coordinating with and partaking in ICE's cruelty towards our communities. #NY4All

It may be spooky season, but we're not falling for the Trump admin's fearmongering and ICE's ghoulish violence towards our communities 👻 #Boo #ICEOut

Today is National Immigrants Day, but we know the fight for immigrant justice is a daily struggle. From exercising your rights to advocating for legislation to protect immigrant communities, everyone has a role in the fight for justice. ✨ What's yours?

Outrage is important, but action is critical. New York has opportunities to ACT NOW in the face of the federal admin's abuses of power ✔️ Pass the New York for All Act #NY4All ✔️ Pass the NYC Trust Act #ICEOutNYC ✔️ Use governor clemency powers for pardons and commutations #ClemencyNow

Today marks 29 years since then-president Clinton signed IIRIRA into law. The US has operated a mass deportation machine for decades and it can be traced to two laws: Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) and the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act (AEDPA) 🧵

🚨NEW: A report today from DOI revealed yet *more* sanctuary city violations by the Department of Corrections. We are enraged for the New Yorkers who were harmed in this instance, and yet we are not surprised. www.cityandstateny.com/politics/202...

The protesting officials have 3 demands: - Getting ICE out of New York and release all immigrants detained at Federal Plaza - Calling on state lawmakers to Albany to pass the New York for All act - Calling on city lawmakers to pass the NYC Trust Act for NYC to stop helping ICE

Happening now: Dozens of New Yorkers, including faith leaders, doctors, and elected officials are at 26 Federal Plaza protesting ICE.

🚨NEW: Community Orgs, Advocates Celebrate Court Order Blocking Mayor’s Attempt to Bring ICE Back to Rikers: "We're grateful for @council.nyc.gov @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social who stood up for our values and against the Mayor’s plan to give ICE free rein to separate New Yorkers from loved ones."

🚨 STATEMENT: IDP applauds court order striking down Mayor Eric Adams' attack on sanctuary. "Together we are clear and unequivocal: our city’s historic sanctuary laws ensure that the rights of New Yorkers are protected and that our city resources help all New Yorkers thrive." https://t.co/k1w3hmV8Kc

The immigration and criminal legal systems have been entangled for decades, and the admin's resurfacing defunct prisons is increasingly exposing what we already know to be true: the cruelty and inhumanity of detention and deportation. Read the full thread for more context 👇

Everyone deserves safety + dignity no matter where they live or where their family is from. For over 20 yrs, we've worked to secure fairness and justice for immigrants. Get our Know Your Rights resources to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community 💬 immigrantdefenseproject.org/kyr

We are all worth more than just our labor, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't appreciate immigrant labor! Fight for immigrant rights #LaborDay and beyond, because labor justice is directly tied to immigrant justice 💪

A report by the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies shows that immigrant workers represented a majority of New York City union members.

NEW: Broad coalition of 70+ orgs applaud Governor Kathy Hochul for granting pardons for 13 New Yorkers and urge her to use her clemency power in these urgent times amidst Trump's anti-immigrant deportation agenda: www.immigrantdefenseproject.org/70-organizat...

Trump admin increasing immigration prosecutions. New legislation could add lifetime sentences using same laws behind family separation. New brief w @nipnlg.bsky.social @immdefenseproject.bsky.social @the-ilrc.bsky.social @immjustice.bsky.social @auwcl.bsky.social immigrantjustice.org/blog/new-exp...

IDP statement regarding NYC Comptroller Brad Lander's arrest this morning: "For weeks, New Yorkers have been living in fear as masked federal agents arrest community members in federal buildings and in our community. Today, NYC Comptroller Brad Lander was arrested (1/2)

NEW: 9 members of the New York Congressional delegation urge state lawmakers to pass #NY4All and protect New Yorkers: "We cannot stand idly by while our constituents and colleagues are ensnared by the Trump Administration’s mass deportation dragnet." www.immigrantdefenseproject.org/members-of-c...

🚨 We demand the IMMEDIATE release of Mahmoud Khalil and denounce federal attacks on constitutional free speech. His abduction's a shocking constitutional violation designed to terrorize pple exercising the most basic Constitutional rights to freedom of expression in advocating for Palestinian rights