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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – July 30, 2026

Posted on July 30, 2026

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Our Deportation Defense Hotline and Rapid Response Teams receive reports related to immigration enforcement activity across Washington, including sightings of immigration operations, alerts about detentions, and calls for post-detention support.

To help you stay informed, we’re sharing some information on the confirmed reports we received in June. These numbers are not just statistics. They reflect stories of family separation, surveillance, and intimidation tactics that sometimes lead to deadly consequences.


June Immigration Activity in Washington

In June, 61 reports of immigration enforcement activity came through the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline and Rapid Response Teams.

We were able to confirm the detention of 58 people, with 21 of those detentions occurring during an immigration raid in Mason County on June 28. The heaviest confirmed activity was recorded in Mason, King, and Whatcom counties—with  particular hotspots in Shelton, Lynden, and Burien.

During the raid in Mason County on June 28, where 21 people were detained, we received reports that this event was not limited to a specific business or location. It appeared to be a coordinated, large-scale operation involving numerous agents and at least 10 vehicles moving through the town, knocking on doors of homes and targeting common gathering places.


Changes in Immigration Enforcement We’re Seeing

In April, we began seeing a shift in the tactics immigration enforcement agencies are using in Washington. Between April and June, the average number of monthly detentions confirmed by the Hotline and Rapid Response Teams was 140% higher than January-March.

During this time period, King, Whatcom, and Mason Counties each accounted for roughly a quarter of all detentions reported across the state. Given their population size, it’s clear that Whatcom and Mason counties have been disproportionately impacted.

Whatcom County has been consistently targeted, with 70 detentions reported so far this year, more than half occurring in April and May. 30% of these detentions were during traffic stops, 34% in public areas and parking lots, and 12% at or near courthouses. Local Rapid Response Teams are activating almost daily to verify and document reports and support impacted families on the ground.

Building Rapid Response capacity in every corner of the state is how we make sure no one is left without support when they need it. We want to make sure we can quickly and effectively show up for the community in moments like this, but we need your help to do it.

Join our next Rapid Response training on August 3 at 6 PM. This event is virtual, free, and bilingual in English and Spanish—other languages can be requested in the registration form or emailing language@waisn.org

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Around half of the detentions reported in June occurred during traffic stops or in public spaces like parking lots. Because of this, we are receiving increased reports of vehicles being left abandoned at the scene, with many families struggling to cover high towing and impound fees or being unable to recover their vehicles at all. Creating a safety plan with a power of attorney can help families be prepared. The Legal Counsel for Youth and Children has a template you can use, and they offer support with making your plan.


These reports are informed directly by our Rapid Response Teams and calls to the Hotline from everyday people who refuse to let these agencies act in the shadows. While we prioritize accuracy over speed and only share verified patterns, your contributions are what makes this community-led reporting possible.

See immigration enforcement first-hand? Text or call the WAISN Hotline at 1-844-724-3737—if we do not answer, text us the details, and we will follow up. What to include in your report >>

We all have constitutional rights regardless of immigration status. You are not alone. Please know that WAISN is here to support you. Our Rapid Response and Accompaniment Teams are ready, and our network remains alert—it was built for this moment.

In the face of threats and attacks on our collective safety, community will prevail.

In solidarity,

The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network


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La Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación y los Equipos de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN reciben reportes sobre las actividades de control migratorio en todo el estado de Washington, incluyendo avisos de actividades de control migratorio, alertas urgentes sobre detenciones y llamadas para solicitar apoyo tras una detención. 

Para que se mantenga informado, le compartimos algunos datos  sobre los reportes que recibimos en junio. Estos números no son solo estadísticas, sino que reflejan historias de separación familiar, vigilancia y tácticas de intimidación que a veces terminan en consecuencias mortales.


Actividad de control migratorio de junio en Washington

En junio, recibimos 61 reportes sobre actividades de control migratorio a través de la Línea Defensa contra la Deportación y de nuestros Equipos de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN. 

Pudimos confirmar la detención de 58 personas, de las cuales 21 fueron detenidas durante una redada de inmigración en el condado de Mason el 28 de junio. La actividad más intensa se registró en los condados de Mason, King y Whatcom, con puntos críticos en Shelton, Lynden y Burien.

Durante la redada en el condado de Mason el 28 de junio, en la que fueron detenidas 21 personas, nos llegaron reportes de que esta operación no se limitaba a un negocio o a un lugar específico. Parecía ser una operación coordinada a gran escala en la que participaban varios agentes y al menos 10 vehículos que rondaban el pueblo, tocando las puertas de las casas y centrándose en lugares de encuentro comunes.

Los cambios que estamos viendo en la aplicación de la ley de inmigración

En abril empezamos a notar un cambio en las tácticas que las agencias de control migratorio estaban usando en Washington. Entre abril y junio, el promedio mensual de detenciones confirmadas por la Línea de Apoyo de WAISN y los equipos de Respuesta Rápida fue un 140% más alto que entre enero y marzo.

Durante este periodo, los condados de King, Whatcom y Mason representaron aproximadamente una cuarta parte de todas las detenciones registradas en todo el estado. Teniendo en cuenta su población, queda claro que los condados de Whatcom y Mason se han visto afectados de manera desproporcionada.

El condado de Whatcom ha sido un objetivo constante de estas acciones, con 70 detenciones registradas en lo que va de año, de las cuales más de la mitad se registraron en abril y mayo. El 30% de estas detenciones se realizaron durante paradas de tráfico, el 34% en zonas públicas y estacionamientos, y el 12% en los tribunales o cerca de ellos. Los equipos locales de Respuesta Rápida se movilizan casi a diario para verificar y documentar los reportes y apoyar a las familias afectadas en el área.

Crear una capacidad de respuesta rápida en todos los rincones del estado es la forma en que nos aseguramos de que nadie se quede sin apoyo cuando lo necesite. Queremos asegurarnos de estar presentes de forma rápida y efectiva para la comunidad en momentos como este, pero necesitamos su ayuda para lograrlo.

Si puede, únase a nuestro próximo entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida el 3 de agosto a las 6 PM.  Este evento es virtual, gratuito y bilingüe (en inglés y español); si necesita otros idiomas, puede solicitarlos en el formulario de registro o enviando un correo electrónico a language@waisn.org.

MÁS INFORMACIÓN/REGISTRO

Aproximadamente la mitad de las detenciones reportadas en junio se realizaron durante paradas de tráfico o en espacios públicos, como estacionamientos. Por eso, estamos recibiendo cada vez más reportes de vehículos abandonados en el lugar de los hechos, y muchas familias tienen dificultades para pagar los altos costos de la grúa y del depósito municipal, o ni siquiera pueden recuperar sus vehículos si no cuentan con un plan para hacerlo. Crear un plan de seguridad con un poder notarial puede ayudar a las familias a estar preparadas. El Consejo Legal para Jóvenes y Niños cuenta con una plantilla que puede usar y ofrece ayuda para crear su plan.

Estos reportes vienen directamente de nuestros Equipos de Respuesta Rápida y de las llamadas a la Línea de Apoyo que nos hacen personas que se niegan a dejar que estas agencias trabajen en secreto. Aunque le damos prioridad a la precisión por encima de la rapidez y solo compartimos los patrones verificados, sus contribuciones son las que hacen posible este sistema de reportes liderado por la comunidad.

¿Ha sido testigo de una actividad de control migratorio? Envíe un mensaje de texto o llame a la Línea de Apoyo de WAISN al 1-844-724-3737; si no contestamos, envíenos un mensaje con los detalles y nos pondremos en contacto con usted. Qué incluir en su reporte >>

Todos tenemos derechos constitucionales, independientemente de nuestro estatus migratorio. Usted no está solo. Tenga en cuenta que WAISN está aquí para apoyarle. Nuestros Equipos de Respuesta Rápida y Acompañamiento están listos y nuestra red permanece alerta: fue construida para este momento.

Ante amenazas y ataques a nuestra seguridad colectiva, la comunidad prevalecerá.Cuando informe sobre la actividad de inmigración, intente ofrecer todos los detalles y documentación que le sea posible, incluyendo:

En solidaridad,

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

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    August 1, 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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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    August 4, 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

    August 4, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • BADGER FORUM: ADDICTION

    BADGER FORUM: ADDICTION

    August 5, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=722&club_id=392306&emtid=3183729656135

    ADDICTION not only disrupts lives but also has significant social and economic impacts for the larger community. Opening of the Columbia Valley Center for Recovery represents a major advancement in the regional services needed to help address addiction challenges.

    In recognition of the opening of the Center for Recovery, the August 5 Badger Club Forum will feature an important conversation about causes, prevention and treatment of addiction. Two experts will consider what addiction is; the gap between what we know and what we do; what the community is and can be doing; what families need to know; and substance abuse prevention and looking to the future.

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    August 6, 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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  • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    August 7, 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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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    August 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Round Table Pizza, 1435 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    Line to public agenda

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    August 11, 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

    August 11, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    August 13, 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-City Democrats - Friday, July 10, 6:00 PM

    Tri-City Democrats - Friday, July 10, 6:00 PM

    August 14, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Round Table Pizza, 3201 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301, USA

    It's August, and by the time we meet (at 6pm on August 14th) we should know the result of the primaries! We are inviting candidates who have made it through the primary to come visit with us. We will also have 'Hate Has no Home Here' and 'Vote Blue' signs available.

    Hey all! Due to the smoke forecast, we're going to our backup venue at the Pasco Round Table Pizza. Still at 6pm on Friday the 14th. The group will order a selection of pizzas and some of our generous members will share some pitchers of beer. You're on your own for salad bar and soda. Sorry about the last minute change!

    Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. We'll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group.

    https://www.meetup.com/tri-city-democrats/events/315969142/

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  • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    August 15, 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

    August 18, 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

    August 18, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    August 20, 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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  • Franklin County General Meeting

    Franklin County General Meeting

    August 20, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
    Mid Columbia Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco

    📍Location: Mid Columbia Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco

    ⌚️5:30 p.m. (Potluck /Social) - 6:00 p.m. (Meeting begins)
    Or join us via Zoom Here

    Hello Democrats,

    What a fantastic Primary Election results we had! We feel very optimistic about our endorsed candidates, who all will advance to the general election. Now the second leg of this race is here. 85 days to the November General Election and we can’t let off the gas until we get to the goal of electing them.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    August 25, 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

    August 25, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting

    8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting

    August 26, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8842672252

    Meeting Details:

    This meeting is for all residents of the 8th Legislative District to attend as their time permits.

    We encourage attendance by our PCOs and anyone who wishes to participate or contribute to the efforts of the 8th LD Democrats, as well as those seeking information on how they can help.

     

    Proposed Agenda:

    Call to Order 

    Delegates Discussion

    Visibility Events and Volunteers

    Candidates and Future Goals

    Good of the Order - Thoughts, Concerns, Achievements, Comments, Questions

    Adjourn

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    August 27, 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

  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    August 27, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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

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

    Monthly:https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    August 27, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    Zoom Link

    Our BCDCC Agenda

    Thursday, August 27

    6:30 pm

    Call to Order 

    Adopt Agenda 

    Approval of Prior Month Minutes

    Treasurer's Report

    Chair's Report - Plan of Action Meeting Format

    Motion for General Election Contributions

    Motion for Organization Committee General Expenses

    Working Plan of Action

    Adjourn

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