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Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – December 19, 2024

Posted on December 19, 2024

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The federal administration’s latest act of cruelty against our immigrant communities followed the shooting of the national guard members in Washington D.C. In response to this tragic incident, citing national security concerns, the Administration has moved to restrict immigration in several ways: pausing immigration applications, suspending asylum decisions, visa issuances, and re-examining existing green card applications for all Afghan community members; halting adjudication of affirmative asylum applications across all nationalities; halting decisions on all immigration benefit applications submitted by immigrant communities subjected to the June 2025 travel ban; reducing the validity of employment authorization documents from 5 years to 18 months for various applicants including asylees, refugees, and adjustment applicants; and just this week, a December 2025 proclamation that expands the travel ban list and restrictions to 20 additional countries. These recent changes have left immigrant communities reeling and paralyzed with fear over what will happen next.

In this moment when the challenges are rising faster than ever, your support is even more crucial to our work. Despite these devastating developments, NWIRP is continuing to file for relief and defend the status of immigrant communities in Washington state. We are also continuing our systems change work: locally through our advocacy efforts at the upcoming legislative session, and fighting back through the federal courts for immigrant communities across the country. Additionally, we are keeping our communities informed about the latest developments. In 2025 alone, we have reached over 5000 community members through our immigration updates webinars.

We cannot do this work without your support. As we prepare for whatever comes next, please consider making a gift to support our ongoing efforts to seek protections for community members, and fight back against injustice.

Make a Gift to NWIRP Today

Thank you for standing with immigrant communities and with NWIRP. We are grateful for your support.

With gratitude,

Malou Chávez

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.


El último acto de crueldad de la administración federal contra nuestras comunidades inmigrantes se produjo tras el ataque armado contra los miembros de la Guardia Nacional en Washington D. C. En respuesta a este trágico incidente, y citando preocupaciones de seguridad nacional, la Administración ha tomado medidas para restringir la inmigración de varias maneras: pausando las solicitudes de inmigración; suspendiendo las decisiones de asilo y la emisión de visas; y reexaminando las solicitudes de residencia permanente ya existentes de todos los miembros de la comunidad afgana; deteniendo la adjudicación de solicitudes de asilo afirmativo para personas de todas las nacionalidades; suspendiendo las decisiones sobre todas las solicitudes de beneficios migratorios presentadas por comunidades inmigrantes sujetas a la prohibición de viajes de junio de 2025; reduciendo la validez de los documentos de autorización de empleo de 5 años a 18 meses para diversos solicitantes, incluidos asilados, refugiados y personas solicitando ajuste de estatus; y, apenas esta semana, emitiendo una proclamación en diciembre de 2025 que amplía la lista y las restricciones de la prohibición de viajes a 20 países adicionales. Estos cambios recientes han dejado a las comunidades inmigrantes conmocionadas y paralizadas por el miedo ante lo que pueda suceder a continuación.

No podemos realizar este trabajo sin tu apoyo. Mientras nos preparamos para lo que venga a continuación, te pedimos que consideres hacer una donación para apoyar nuestros esfuerzos continuos por buscar protecciones para los miembros de la comunidad y luchar contra la injusticia.

Realiza una donación a NWIRP hoy

Gracias por solidarizarte con las comunidades inmigrantes y con NWIRP. Estamos agradecidos por tu apoyo. 

Con gratitud,

Malou Chávez

Directora Ejecutiva

P.D. Durante el verano, el Congreso aprobó aumentos significativos a las tarifas migratorias, lo que dificulta aún más el acceso a tener seguridad para las comunidades a las que servimos. Si deseas que tu donación se destine específicamente al pago y gestión de estas tarifas, por favor indícalo en el menú desplegable en nuestra https://www.nwirp.org/donate/.

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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.

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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/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

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

    See more details

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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

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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.

    See more details

  • 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.

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

    JoinZoom Meeting

    https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1

     

    MeetingID: 818 3791 7439

    Passcode:Dems2026

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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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