News & Commentary

Mar 16, 2026

Immigrant Voices: Freedom to be Badar

Dr. Badar Khan Suri is a Georgetown scholar who studies religion and conflict. He was targeted by the Trump admin for his constitutionally protected speech and held for months in detention without being charged with any crime. Here’s his story.

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Mar 03, 2026

Virginians want to keep ICE out and families together

Our volunteers showed up at the Virginia statehouse to urge our lawmakers to keep families together.

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Jan 20, 2026

What Trump’s Immigration Policies Mean for Families Across the DMV

In the DMV, where daily life crosses jurisdictional boundaries, immigration enforcement functions as a regional force — and so must the response.

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Sep 04, 2025

ACLU-VA to ICE: Immediately remedy Washington Field Office conditions in Chantilly, Virginia

We’re demanding Immigrations and Custom Enforcement immediately remedy inhumane, dangerous conditions at its Washington Field Office in Chantilly, Virginia. Read our lawyers' demand letter.

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