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Federal and State Elected Officials Join Immigrants and Advocates in Protesting Activation of Mass Deportation Program in New York (Press Release)

May 14th, 2012

A broad coalition of New York advocates, joined by federal and state elected officials, today held a rally to condemn the activation of the mass deportation program known as “Secure Communities” in New York and other states. The groups renewed calls for immediate nationwide termination of the program, which is set to go live tomorrow.

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CCR Condemns Activation of Secure Communities in New York City (Press Release)

May 14th, 2012

Today, the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) issued the following statement in response to news that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency will activate the problematic “Secure Communities” program in a number of New York jurisdictions, including New York City. This action comes despite Governor Andrew Cuomo’s decision to withdraw the state from the immigration program following strong opposition from community groups and elected officials, part of a broad nationwide outcry against the program.

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Clergy and activists protest new immigration law (NJ Ledger)

Apr 26th, 2012

Immigrant advocates protest fingerprint-sharing program they say will increase deportations with a “Jericho Walk” by religious leaders and community activists.

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DHS Inspector General Report Provides Further Proof ICE Cannot Reform Itself (PR)

Apr 6th, 2012

OIG Report on Secure Communities Deportation Program Heightens Controversy over Failed Program. Advocates Decry report as “window dressing,” and renew calls: “End SCOMM. Don’t Mend it.”

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