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Category Archives: Immigrant Rights

MU in the News: Talking about ICE’s War on Immigrant Families on WDIV-4

Michigan United was on WDIV 4. They covered our forum on ICE and what they’re doing in our state and the US. Tap to watch.

Posted bydasbatesMay 29, 2025July 24, 2025Posted inDetroit, Eastern Michigan, Faith in Justice, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

MU in Action: Lobbying Our Legislators in Washington, DC

MU was in DC meeting with Michigan lawmakers to say: “protect our communities—don’t fund detention and deportation.”

Posted bydasbatesMay 16, 2025July 24, 2025Posted inBlog, Immigrant Rights, Movement Politics, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Michigan United Condemn’s the Taylor Police Department’s Agreement with ICE, Citing Community Harm and Legal Risk

“We are deeply disturbed by the Taylor Police Department’s decision to partner with ICE.”

Posted bydasbatesMay 8, 2025July 24, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Eastern Michigan, Immigrant Rights, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

Michigan United at Cinco de Mayo

Yesterday, we marched in Detroit’s annual Cinco de Mayo Parade with a clear message: IMMIGRANTS ARE WELCOME!

Posted bydasbatesMay 7, 2025July 24, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Movement Politics, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

MU in the News: Immigrant Rights Groups Brace for “Chaos”

Our own Diego Bonesatti was quoted in a Detroit News article on how Michigan United and sister groups fight for immigrant rights.

Posted bydasbatesDecember 13, 2024July 24, 2025Posted inDetroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, Statewide, Western MichiganTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, legal service, united legal services

Immigrant, Refugee, and Asylum Seeker Rights in the US

Understand your legal rights as an immigrant, refugee, or asylum seeker; protections vary, so seek expert advice to navigate complex U.S. laws.

Posted bydasbatesNovember 25, 2024July 24, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, StatewideTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, Civic Engagement, united legal services

MU in the News: Michigan should Join States Funding Legal Representation for Immigrants

Our own Eloise Sirleaf was in the pages of Bridge Michigan, standing in favor of funding legal aid programs for immigrants.

Posted bydasbatesNovember 13, 2024July 24, 2025Posted inBlog, Detroit, Immigrant Rights, Immigration, Legal Services, News & Media, StatewideTags: abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids mi, abogados de inmigracion en grand rapids michigan, Civic Engagement, united legal services

LAWMAKERS MUST VOTE “NO” ON BIDEN’S INHUMANE BORDER DEAL THAT AIMS TO FURTHER ERODE DUE PROCESS AND SEPARATE FAMILIES

Michigan United strongly condemns President Joe Biden’s legislative deal that would affect the U.S.-Mexico border. We urge lawmakers to vote NO on H.R. 6678, 6679, 5585, and 6976.

Posted byDaniel HopkinsFebruary 6, 2024July 25, 2025Posted inImmigrant Rights, Immigration, News & Media, StatewideTags: Civic Engagement

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Michigan United’s Legal Services team is making a real impact on our community, and we’re proud to share our progress. Our Legal Service Director and Coordinators have been working tirelessly to improve our internal procedures and structures so we can assist applicants more efficiently and effectively than ever before.

Posted byErik ShelleyNovember 14, 2023July 11, 2025Posted inImmigrant Rights, Legal Services
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