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What you need to know about the administration’s recent focus on denaturalization

Recently, the Department of Justice (DOJ) published a memo listing out its priorities for civil enforcement cases. In that memo, the DOJ states that it will be focusing on denaturalization cases. This memo – along with statements made by administration officials and members of congress – has sparked a lot of attention on denaturalization and questions about who could be denaturalized. This has caused a lot of fear and uncertainty in communities, but denaturalization is not as straightforward as you might think.

Since taking office in January 2025, the administration has aggressively prioritized immigration enforcement and revoked many longstanding protections from prior administrations, including one preventing enforcement action in certain sensitive locations.

Despite the administration’s many attempts to deprive immigrants of their constitutional and legal rights, everyone, regardless of immigration status, has certain constitutional protections and a right to a free public education.

In this Resource Toolkit, we will address recent changes affecting students and school campuses and what students, parents and caregivers, and school administrators can do to prepare for immigration enforcement action at schools while highlighting the constitutional protections that remain a pillar of our democracy.

Community members across the country are reporting visits from immigration and other federal officers seeking to meet with certain children who entered the United States unaccompanied. These children are often referred to as “unaccompanied children” (UCs) because at the time they were arrested by immigration (such as crossing the border), they were not with a parent or legal guardian. Although these visits are sometimes described as “wellness checks,” they are part of a broader, coordinated effort to locate and deport some vulnerable young people and their sponsors. It is crucial for families and immigrant communities to stay informed, exercise their rights, and seek legal support when needed.

A flyer that outlines 5 key reminders about your constitutional rights when confronted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Everyone – regardless of immigration status – has rights in this country. Period. 

Un folleto que describe 5 recordatorios clave sobre sus derechos constitucionales cuando se enfrente con agentes de inmigración (o ICE, por sus siglas en Ingles). Todas las personas-sin importar su estatus migratorio-tienen derechos en este país.  Así de sencillo.
Versión en Español disponible abajo. (Opens in a new window)

Rights of LPRs

Permanent residents have many rights and benefits.

• Permission to live and work in the United States
• Eligibility for certain public benefits
• Right to travel within the United States and abroad

Your green card is proof of your status. If you lose it or it expires, you are still a permanent resident. Permanent Residence is a status—only an immigration judge can take away your permanent residence. Permanent residents should carry their green card (or at a minimum a copy of it).

Many people who were granted parole to enter the United States, or received a parole document at or after entry, are receiving notices saying that their parole status, and any work permit related to it, is being terminated.
 
While the notice says you should depart immediately, you may be entitled to pursue applications for immigration benefits or the right to stay. Many people who have already filed applications or are in court have permission to remain in the U.S. while those cases are pending. In some instances, these notices were issued in error. If you have received this notice, you should speak to a trusted immigration legal services provider about your options.

On April 14, 2025, a federal judge blocked the termination of parole for those that came under a parole program from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, or Venezuela, for those whose parole was terminated with a general notice without any reasons that are specific to your case. If you fit this category and received a generic notification by email or through your USCIS online account, your parole remains valid.  If you are not sure whether you fit this category, speak with a trusted legal services provider. Stay in touch with a trusted legal organization, there will be updates.

The ILRC’s tiny, discreet piece of paper has been shared, translated, replicated, and repurposed in more ways than we can count at this point – and our community of immigrants and allies driving this are not slowing down under this viciously racist anti-immigrant administration. ➡️ Tap and swipe to take a look at the impact and reach our #KnowYourRights Red Cards are having across the U.S. These numbers don’t even include all the creative minds printing these themselves and helping their friends and neighbors become equipped with some constitutional knowledge! 🧠📜 If you or a loved one have ever had to use a Red Card when confronted by immigration enforcement, you know it’s a frightening ordeal. Preparation and scenario practice with them beforehand can make a world of difference! 🔗 Free print-at-home Know Your Rights cards found here: https://ilrc.org/red-cards (Opens in a new window)

Available in multiple languages!

All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The ILRC’s Red Cards (Opens in a new window) help people assert their rights and defend themselves in many situations, such as when ICE agents go to a home.

Todas las personas en los Estados Unidos – sin importar su estatus migratorio – tienen derechos y protecciones bajo la constitución del país. Nuestras Tarjetas Rojas ayudan a los inmigrantes ejercer esos derechos y protegerse en muchas situaciones, como cuando agentes de inmigración visitan nuestras viviendas.

Ordering Red Cards

PLEASE NOTE: Due to an unprecedented demand, we are temporarily closing our form that allows Non-Profits to access Red Cards for free. For orders already submitted, processing times may be longer than usual. For expedited service, you have the options listed below.

1. Print Your Own: The artwork for printing your own cards is available at the bottom of this page. These are formatted as standard 3.5” by 2” business cards. Any print or copy shop should be able to work from these files. Translated versions are designed to support monolingual immigrants translate their rights with immigration officers. We strongly recommend printing these with rounded corners and a coated finish for durability. You can also print them on your own personal printer.
2. Businesses, Private Attorneys, and Orders of 1000+: Order from www.RedCardOrders.com (Opens in a new window). This is a union-run printer set up to accept your order, print, and ship the cards directly to you. You will have to pay the printer for your order.

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Para Ordenar Tarjetas Rojas

ADVERTENCIA: Por causa de necesidad sin precedente,  cerramos temporalmente nuestro formulario que permite a las organizaciones sin fines de lucro acceder a las tarjetas rojas de forma gratuita. Para los pedidos actuales, el tiempo de procesamiento puede ser más largo de lo normal. Para obtener un servicio acelerado, ofrecemos las opciones listadas abajo.

1. Imprime directamente: Los archivos para imprimir sus propias tarjetas están disponible en la parte inferior de esta página. Estas tienen el formato estándar de tarjetas de presentación de 3.5″ x 2″ (ideal para billetera). Cualquier imprenta o negocio para sacar copias debería poder trabajar con estos archivos sin problema. Las versiones traducidas están diseñadas para ayudar a los inmigrantes monolingües a traducir sus derechos ante los funcionarios de inmigración. Recomendamos imprimirlas con esquinas redondeadas y un acabado recubierto para mayor durabilidad. También puede imprimirlas en su propia impresora personal.
2. Negocios, abogados privados, y los que buscan ordenes de más de 1,000: Usen en enlace www.RedCardOrders.com (Opens in a new window) para someter sus órdenes. Esta es una compañía organizada por sindicato de trabajadores que pueden enviar las tarjetas directamente. Tendrá que pagarle a la impresora por su orden.

Using Your Red Card

Please see here (Opens in a new window) for further information on how to use your Red Cards.

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Aquí puede encontrar más información sobre cómo se puede utilizar su tarjeta. También asegure visitar este enlace para aprender lo que puede hacer si se encuentra frente un agente de inmigración: https://www.wehaverights.us/spanish (Opens in a new window).