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Mr. Damas is the 10th person to die in immigration custody in 2026.

ICE has a history of abusive conditions and medical neglect in immigration detention, and the rush to expand capacity has only made matters worse.

ATTACKS ON TRANS YOUTH DON'T BELONG ON THE BALLOT Please take action!

Lawmakers want Arizona voters to decide the fate of two cruel and discriminatory anti-trans ballot referrals. Contact your legislators and urge them to vote NO on SCR 1006 and HCR 2003.
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New federal ruling overturns DHS memo barring unannounced congressional visits to ICE detention This case dates back to last summer, when DHS first released a memo requiring lawmakers to give a week’s notice before visiting ICE facilities.

Unfettered access to ICE detention centers by lawmakers is essential for meaningful oversight. This week, a federal judge affirmed that principle, striking down DHS’ bogus one-week notice rule as a direct threat to accountability.
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Homeland Security documents confirm ICE facility coming to Marana Recently published Homeland Security documents disclose plans for an ICE facility in Marana, Arizona.

“Many residents of Marana and communities across Arizona know what is at stake. They know detention centers come at a high cost. They tear families apart, fuel fear, and erode constitutional rights,” said Victoria López, executive director of the ACLU of Arizona.
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NO ON HB 2175: PROTECT POLITICAL VIEWPOINTS Please take action!

HB 2175 would give prosecutors broad discretion to determine whose political speech and affiliation is protected – and whose is not. Contact your lawmakers and urge them to vote NO. action.aclu.org/send-message...

HB 2136 is a clear attempt to label everyday Arizonans as terrorists if they criticize the actions of the Trump Administration or ICE. Urge house representatives to vote NO on this blatantly unconstitutional bill. www.azleg.gov/findmylegisl...

Arizona Republicans want voters to decide on trans bathroom ban after years of Hobbs vetoes The Arizona Senate passed a ballot referral restricting transgender students bathroom access, plus bills targeting gender-affirming care

Extremist lawmakers are once again targeting trans students, but this time they’re threatening to put their harmful attacks on the ballot.

Let’s be clear: SCR1006 is outright discrimination, plain and simple.
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Elected leaders and government officials at every level should be listening.

Nearly 7K write opposing Surprise ICE center as Noem shares new details People wrote to DHS to complain about plans for the 1,500-bed detention facility after Greg Stanton invites comment. Only Paul Gosar got answers.

Arizona’s detention centers are already plagued with serious injustices and abuse. Expanding them isn’t the answer. Surprise, Arizona residents have rightfully voiced opposition to a planned ICE detention center.
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Our communities deserve the right to privacy and an end to ICE's invasive practices.

ICE runs license plates at Home Depot to find people here illegally The operation in west Phoenix resulted in at least one arrest: a man was accused of assaulting federal agents.

ICE is scanning license plates in parking lots — another escalation in Arizona's use of surveillance technology to expand immigration enforcement. This isn't about public safety. It is about the erosion of privacy through tracking, profiling, and intimidation.
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How to Become a Community Advocate at the Arizona State Legislature Learn how to amplify your voice at the Arizona Capitol through calls, meetings, social media, and the Request to Speak system. Your guide to effective advocacy starts here! Subscribe to our YouTube…

Learn how to amplify your voice at the Arizona Capitol through calls, meetings, social media, and the Request to Speak system. Watch the full video here: youtu.be/i0qxqqPzBEk

Stop Anti-Voter Bills Now The SAVE Act, the SAVE America Act, and MEGA Act could keep millions of eligible U.S. citizens from being able to vote. Urge Congress to reject these bills.

Her remarks confirm what we already know: the SAVE Act and similar bills aim to weaponize baseless fears about immigrant communities to suppress voter turnout among citizens of color.

Take action to stop these anti-voter bills from advancing.
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Kristi Noem, under fire for immigration, pivots to elections in Arizona President Donald Trump's allies have reprised the topic of election security ahead of the November 2026 midterms. Here's what Kristi Noem said.

DHS Secretary Noem joined the chorus of Arizona election deniers to tout federal bills that would harm voters by ending mail-in voting, purging eligible voters from the rolls, and rendering most tribal IDs invalid as proof of citizenship. www.azcentral.com/story/news/p...

How an Arizona Bill Becomes Law The process of turning an idea into a law in Arizona is structured, detailed, and includes multiple opportunities for public input. Understanding the legislative process is key for anyone interested…

Knowing how a bill becomes a law is an important foundation when advocating for change. Get a full breakdown of the process here. youtu.be/c76-3hMNJTo

More than 1,000 decry Surprise ICE center to powerless City Council The U.S. Department of Homeland Security bought a 418,400-square-foot warehouse in Surprise for $70 million. ICE confirmed it will house 1,500 beds.

Detention sites are known for horrible conditions – with documented instances of abuse and abhorrent medical care that is leading to a record number of deaths.

From Marana to Surprise, communities understand this and are firmly standing against ICE detention expansion in Arizona.

Voting must remain accessible, not bogged down by bureaucratic red tape. Contact your legislators and urge them to vote NO on HCR 2001 and SCR 1001. action.aclu.org/send-message...

Know Your Rights Before, During, and After a Workplace Raid - ACLU of Arizona Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Know your rights as an immigrant if you are approached by immigration agents during a workplace raid. This…

Learn more about your rights in the event of an ICE workplace raid by visiting the link below.

Conozca más sobre sus derechos en caso de una redada de ICE en el lugar de trabajo visitando el enlace a continuación.
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Eyes on ICE: Document and Record · No Kings On Saturday, federal agents horrifically shot and killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who cared for veterans, in the Eat Street neighborhood of south Minneapolis after brutally beating him in...

We the people have the power. Join us tonight at 6 pm MT/8 pm ET for a virtual training on how to exercise your right to document ICE abuses in your community. www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

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People recently deported shared their experiences in ICE custody with ACLU of Arizona writer, Genesis Lara. She recently discussed findings with the Border Report. Watch now.
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The Arizona Legislature & How State Government Affects YOU The Arizona State Legislature plays a critical role in shaping policies that directly impact Arizonans' daily lives. Here's a look at the Arizona state government, its responsibilities, and its…

Curious about how Arizona's legislature shapes your daily life? Learn about the key players, processes, and power behind Arizona's state government.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to advocating tirelessly for the justice and equality of Black Americans and resisting elected leaders’ deliberate abuse and neglect of our communities.

MLK, Jr.'s words hold true nearly 60 years later: Now is when we must act to fight injustice.

Voting Rights Groups, Arizona Voters File Motion to Protect Privacy Against DOJ Overreach - ACLU of Arizona Lawsuit challenges the Department of Justice's demand for sensitive voter data.

We filed a motion to intervene alongside Common Cause to challenge the DOJ’s demand for sensitive voter data. AZ voters shouldn’t have to sacrifice their privacy to satisfy a baseless federal request.
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Peter Yazzie attempted to provide his ID, social security card, and even his birth certificate, but ICE disregarded it all and detained him for 4 hours.

This is brazen racial profiling by an agency that is out of control and endangering our communities. www.azcentral.com/story/news/p...

Si ves algo, di algo. Reporta actividad de ICE en tu vecindario.

If you see something, say something. Report ICE activity in your neighborhood.

2026 Legislative Session - ACLU of Arizona The ACLU of Arizona is on the front lines every legislative session, backing laws that strengthen civil rights and liberties and pushing back on those that infringe on those very freedoms. Here's…

The 2026 legislative session has begun! Here are our priorities for this session.
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Inside the System: Migrants Detail Harsh Realities of U.S. Custody - ACLU of Arizona What immigrants endure in ICE detention is largely hidden from public view – until those who lived it speak up.

What people endure in ICE detention is largely hidden from public view – until those who live it speak up. Read more about the experience of people who were recently deported and harsh conditions they experienced.
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Stop ICE's Attack On Our Communities An ICE agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. This news is devastating. ICE must immediately withdraw its 2,000 agents from Minnesota and Congress must block any new funding to…

ICE's killing of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis mother, is horrific and never should've happened.

Tell Congress to stop these reckless raids and oppose any increases to ICE's budget. action.aclu.org/send-message...

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