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Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – November 6, 2025

Posted on November 6, 2025

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To say that it has been a challenging year would be an understatement. The federal administration’s stated goal of mass detention and mass deportation of immigrant communities, supported by the influx of billions of dollars for this purpose, is unprecedented. We are enduring changes in immigration law, policies, and practices that we have not seen in over three decades, with inevitable and significant generational impacts. 

Some of these changes include the dramatic increase in fees for immigration applications, the targeting of immigrants for expressing political opinions, the weaponization of federal criminal law against immigrants in civil immigration proceedings, the dangerous militarization of immigration enforcement, and ongoing attempts by the federal government to cease funding for unaccompanied children in deportation proceedings. 

NWIRP has been able to fight back against many of these attacks. We have defended thousands of immigrants against deportation, expanded access to justice, and secured legal status for hundreds of people across Washington. We have grown our community outreach efforts by leading over 200 workshops and presentations, reaching thousands of community members. And we have continued to secure legal victories in federal courts, locally and nationwide, both on behalf of individuals and large classes. This year, we have already filed habeas petitions for 35 persons detained in Tacoma, and nationwide class actions on behalf of persons denied bond hearings, and on behalf of persons being threatened with removal to a third country where they face persecution or torture. 

As we prepare for the new year, we know we must scale up our ongoing efforts quickly and strategically by expanding NWIRP’s direct legal services and pushing forward with more emergency litigation in federal courts, doing all that we can do to ensure immigrants are not left to face this country’s unjust immigration system alone. And we can’t do it without you. 

The work ahead is urgent and may appear overwhelming, but it is necessary and only possible because of your partnership and solidarity. Your support is critical to ensure that there is no doubt in the minds of our client communities—those we serve—that we are here for them and ready to take their calls, gather the evidence, and fight alongside them in court. We must remain vigilant because this administration has proven time and again that they are capable of an unconscionable degree of cruelty.  

We deeply appreciate all the ways you have supported our efforts so far. Given today’s urgent needs and the challenges ahead, we would greatly value a financial contribution from you before the end of the year. Will you join us in solidarity by making a donation in support of NWIRP’s work?

Make a Gift to NWIRP

By making a gift today, you are investing in justice for our communities. With your support, NWIRP will continue to keep families together, protect people from violence, and provide community members with new opportunities. Together, we can create a lasting impact that will benefit our clients, their loved ones, and future generations, long after this administration leaves office.

In Solidarity,

Malou Chávez (she/her/ella)

Executive Director

P.S. Over the summer, Congress approved massive increases to immigration filing fees, making access to safety even more difficult for the communities that we serve. If you would like your donation directed to the payment and processing of filing fees, please indicate this in the dropdown menu on our giving page.

Decir que ha sido un año difícil sería quedarse corto. El objetivo declarado por la administración federal de detener y deportar masivamente a las comunidades inmigrantes, respaldado por la inversión de miles de millones de dólares para este fin, no tiene precedentes. Estamos soportando cambios en la legislación, las políticas y las prácticas de inmigración que no habíamos visto en más de tres décadas, con repercusiones generacionales inevitables y significativas.

Algunos de estos cambios incluyen el drástico aumento de las tarifas de solicitudes de inmigración, la persecución de los inmigrantes por expresar sus opiniones políticas, la utilización de la legislación penal federal contra los inmigrantes quienes enfrentan procedimientos civiles de inmigración, la peligrosa militarización de la aplicación de la ley de inmigración y los continuos intentos del gobierno federal de dejar de financiar la defensa de menores no acompañados quienes se encuentran en procedimientos de deportación.

NWIRP ha sido capaz de contrarrestar muchos de estos ataques. Hemos defendido a miles de inmigrantes contra la deportación, hemos ampliado el acceso a la justicia, y hemos conseguido la regularización de cientos de personas en todo Washington. Hemos aumentado nuestros esfuerzos de alcance comunitario mediante la organización de más de 200 talleres y presentaciones, que han alcanzado a miles de miembros de la comunidad. Y hemos seguido obteniendo victorias legales en los tribunales federales, tanto a nivel local como nacional, tanto en nombre de individuos como en demandas colectivas. Este año, ya hemos presentado peticiones de hábeas corpus para 35 personas detenidas en Tacoma, y demandas colectivas a nivel nacional en nombre de personas a las que se les ha denegado la audiencia de fianza y en nombre de personas amenazadas con ser removidas a un tercer país donde se enfrentan a persecución o tortura.

Mientras nos preparamos para el nuevo año, sabemos que debemos ampliar nuestros esfuerzos actuales de forma rápida y estratégica, ampliando los servicios legales directos de NWIRP y llevando adelante más litigios de emergencia en los tribunales federales, haciendo todo lo posible para garantizar que los inmigrantes no se enfrenten solos al injusto sistema de inmigración de este país. Y no podemos hacerlo sin ustedes.

El trabajo que nos espera es urgente y puede parecer abrumador, pero es necesario y solo es posible gracias a su colaboración y solidaridad. Su apoyo es fundamental para garantizar que no haya ninguna duda en la mente de nuestras comunidades de clientes, a quienes servimos, de que estamos aquí para ellos y listos para atender sus llamadas, reunir las pruebas y luchar junto a ellos en los tribunales. Debemos permanecer alerta porque esta administración ha demostrado una y otra vez que es capaz de un grado de crueldad inconcebible.

Agradecemos profundamente todas las formas en que ha apoyado nuestros esfuerzos hasta ahora. Dadas las necesidades urgentes de hoy y los retos que nos esperan, valoraríamos enormemente su contribución económica antes de que termine el año. ¿Se unirá a nosotros en solidaridad haciendo una donación para apoyar el trabajo de NWIRP?

Haga clic aquí para hacer una donación a NWIRP

Al hacer una donación hoy, está invirtiendo en la justicia para nuestras comunidades. Con su apoyo, NWIRP seguirá manteniendo unidas a las familias, protegiendo a las personas de la violencia y proporcionando nuevas oportunidades a los miembros de la comunidad. Juntos, podemos crear un impacto duradero que beneficiará a nuestros clientes, a sus seres queridos y a las generaciones futuras, mucho después de que esta administración deje el cargo.

En solidaridad,

Malou Chávez (ella)

Directora Ejecutiva

P.D.: Durante el verano, el Congreso aprobó un aumento masivo de las tarifas de solicitudes  de inmigración, lo que dificulta aún más el acceso a la seguridad para las comunidades a las que servimos. Si desea que su donación se destine al pago y a la tramitación de las tarifas de solicitudes de inmigración, indíquelo en el menú desplegable de nuestra página de donaciones.

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November 2026

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 3, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

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  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    November 3, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 5, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    November 6, 2026  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Moonshot Brewing, 8804 W Victoria Ave # 140, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA

    Join us for socializing and having some fun!

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  • Veterans Day Parade

    Veterans Day Parade

    November 7, 2026  8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    North Grosscup Road, N Grosscup Rd, West Richland, WA 99353, USA

    Meet at 8:30 am at Grosscup and 62nd, near Tapteal Elementary School to decorate the float. We march at 9:30.

    Sign up to march
    https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA5AD2DA7F8C43-52471610-veterans#/

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  • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    November 7, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
    On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

    Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
    📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    November 9, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 10, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

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  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    November 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 12, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 17, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    November 17, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 19, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • Benton County Democrats General Meeting

    Benton County Democrats General Meeting

    November 19, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Round Table Pizza, 1435 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    November 21, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Our monthly Indivisible Tri-Cities meetings are all about taking action in our community.📆

    💬We’ll be talking about what’s happening, how our community organizations are stepping up, and how we can help. We’ll also start planning for upcoming events.

    🗣️We want to hear from you! Your ideas and input matter.

    ✊This is how we build power together. Come connect, learn, and take action with us. See you there!

    If you're able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. We strive to collect these resources at every Indivisible Tri-Cities event, on behalf of our community partners.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 24, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    November 24, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 26, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

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  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    November 26, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

     Every month on the Fourth Thu, until Jan 28, 2027, 11occurrence(s)

    Pleasedownload and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendarsystem.

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    JoinZoom Meeting

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    November 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Locations are at various venues around the county. Please subscribe to the BCDCC mailing list to receive a notification.

    Zoom Link

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