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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – July 6, 2026

Posted on July 16, 2026

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

To help ensure you and your loved ones stay informed, we’re sharing some information on the reports we received in May, the trends our Rapid Response Teams are seeing, and how communities can show up to support each other.

These numbers are not just statistics, they reflect stories of family separation, surveillance, and intimidation tactics that sometimes lead to deadly consequences.


85 reports of immigration enforcement activity came through the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline and Rapid Response Teams in May. We were able to confirm the detention of 79 people, with the heaviest confirmed activity in King, Whatcom, and Skagit counties—and particular hotspots in Bellingham, Seattle, Tukwila, Ferndale, and Mount Vernon.

Trends to watch
In May, most reported detentions occurred in public spaces, including traffic stops and, increasingly, in the area surrounding courthouses. We share this not to spread fear, but to ensure every community member is equipped with the information they need to navigate this moment, and so that no one has to face it alone.

That is what our Accompaniment Program is here for. Trained volunteers accompany community members to court hearings, immigration check-ins, and other appointments—offering presence, support, and an extra layer of visibility and witness in spaces where it matters most.

There are two ways to support or get support right now:

  • If you would like someone by your side for an upcoming appointment, call or text the Deportation Defense Hotline at 1-844-724-3737 (Mon-Fri, 6am–6pm) to get connected with an Accompaniment Volunteer.
  • If you are able to show up for others, consider joining our Accompaniment Program. The more of us who are trained and ready, the more of our friends and neighbors can move through these moments knowing they are not alone

A note on how we create these updates: 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. By working together and reporting what we see across the state, especially in rural areas, we’re able to track critical patterns and give our communities a clearer picture of what is happening on the ground.

While we prioritize accuracy over speed and only share verified patterns, your contributions are what makes this community-led reporting possible. If you see immigration enforcement first-hand or a loved one has been detained, please text or call the WAISN Hotline at 1-844-724-3737 from Monday through Friday 6am-6pm.

If your call is not answered, text the Hotline number letting us know what you are calling about in detail, and we will try to follow up.

When reporting immigration enforcement activity, try to provide as many details with documentation as possible, including:

  • Date and time of sighting and activity
  • Street name and description of the area where it happened
  • Pictures and videos of the interaction
  • Descriptions of what agents were doing and wearing, and what vehicles were present

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 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 llamadas para solicitar apoyo tras una detención, avisos de actividades de control migratorio y alertas urgentes sobre detenciones.

Para ayudar a garantizar que usted y sus seres queridos se mantengan informados, les compartimos información sobre los reportes que recibimos en mayo de este año, las tendencias que observan nuestros Equipos de Respuesta Rápida y qué pueden hacer las comunidades para protegerse mutuamente.

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.


En mayo recibimos 85 reportes sobre actividades de control migratorio a través de nuestra Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación y de nuestros equipos de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN. Pudimos confirmar la detención de 79 personas, con mayor actividad en los condados de King, Whatcom y Skagit, y los puntos más críticos fueron Bellingham, Seattle, Tukwila, Ferndale y Mount Vernon.

Tendencias a tener en cuenta
En mayo, la mayoría de las detenciones reportadas ocurrieron en espacios públicos, como las paradas de tráfico, y con mayor frecuencia, cerca de los tribunales. Compartimos esta información no para sembrar el miedo, sino para garantizar que todas las personas que forman parte de nuestra comunidad tengan acceso a la información necesaria para hacer frente a este momento y también para que no tengamos que pasar por esto solos.

Y para eso es que existe nuestro programa de Acompañamiento. Voluntarios que se han entrenado en cómo acompañar a personas de nuestra comunidad en las audiencias ante los tribunales de inmigración, a las citas de control de inmigración y a otras citas. Estos voluntarios ofrecen su presencia, apoyo y una mayor visibilidad y testimonio en aquellos lugares donde más importa.

Hay dos formas en las que podemos apoyar u obtener ayuda en este momento:

  • Si quiere que alguien le acompañe a una próxima cita, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto a la Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación al 1-844-724-3737 (de lunes a viernes, de 6am-6pm) para que le contacten con un voluntario del programa de Acompañamiento.
  • Si puede brindar su apoyo, considere unirse a nuestro programa de Acompañamiento. Entre más personas nos entrenemos y estemos preparadas, más amigos y vecinos podrán superar estos momentos con la tranquilidad de que no están solos.

Sobre cómo creamos estas actualizaciones: Estos reportes vienen directamente de nuestros Equipos de Respuesta Rápida y de las llamadas a la Línea de Apoyo que nos hacen personas de a pie que se niegan a dejar que estas agencias trabajen en secreto. Al trabajar juntos y reportar lo que vemos alrededor del estado, sobre todo en las zonas rurales, podemos identificar patrones importantes y ofrecer a nuestras comunidades una visión más clara de lo que está pasando en nuestros vecindarios.

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. Si usted es testigo de una actividad de control migratorio o si un ser querido ha sido detenido, por favor, envíe un mensaje de texto o llame a la Línea de Apoyo de WAISN al 1-844-724-3737, de lunes a viernes, de 6:00 AM a 6:00 PM.

Si no le responden a su llamada, envíe un mensaje de texto al número de la Línea de Apoyo explicándonos detalladamente el motivo de su llamada, y nos pondremos en contacto con usted.

Cuando informe sobre la actividad de inmigración, intente ofrecer todos los detalles y documentación que le sea posible, incluyendo:

  • Fecha y hora del incidente y la actividad
  • Nombre de la calle o descripción del área donde sucedió
  • Fotos y videos de la interacción
  • Descripción de lo que hacían y vestían los agentes, y qué vehículos estaban presentes

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.

En solidaridad,

La Red de Solidaridad de Inmigrantes en Washington

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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

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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
    4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA 99353, USA or Pasco Round Table

    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.


    We are hoping that it won't be too hot and smoky for a picnic at the farm - 4501 W Lattin Ct, West Richland, WA. We have plenty of shade and misters and sprinklers to take the edge off the heat. We have the Pasco Round Table reserved in the event that the weather does not cooperate, and we'll make a final announcement on Wednesday the 12th. Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. If we are picnicking, bring a dish to share, and Tri-City Democrats will provide utensils and plates, and napkins. If we're at the pizza location, TCD will purchase an assortment of pizzas to share. You're on your own for salad bar and beverages, though there are usually pitchers of beer provided by fellow members. 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/

    See more details

  • 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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  • 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

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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.

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  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    August 27, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    August 27, 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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