Statement on the Governor’s Executive Directive Ending Statewide 287(g) Agreements in VA
We are thrilled to see the Governor take this important step to sever the statewide 287(g) agreements that do nothing for community safety and harm our immigrant neighbors. This Executive Directive is a strong first step toward rebuilding community trust across Virginia. It is important that action does not stop here. The directive does not end or prohibit 287(g) agreements at the local level, and existing contracts between ICE and […]
Read moreStatement on federal lawsuit challenging Virginia in-state tuition law
The Legal Aid Justice Center condemns the federal lawsuit filed yesterday challenging Virginia’s in-state tuition law. We want to assure affected students and families: nothing has changed. Virginia’s law remains in effect. The legal process will take time, and Virginia will have the opportunity to defend its law in court. Virginia’s in-state tuition law was properly enacted by the General Assembly […]
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Statement on the use of Virginia National Guard to support ICE
The Legal Aid Justice Center calls on state leaders to end the use of the Virginia National Guard to assist in federal immigration enforcement. This misuse of government resources amplifies the deportation apparatus across Virginia, deepens fear among the immigrant community, and erodes vital trust in our diverse communities. The Virginia National Guard is called […]
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