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Everyone inside the United States has certain legal rights, regardless of your immigration status.

You have the right to remain silent.

You have the right to remain silent if you are detained or questioned by law enforcement.

You have the right to speak to an attorney.

You have the right to speak to an attorney before answering any questions.

You have the right to refuse to sign any documents.

You have the right to refuse to sign any documents without first speaking to a lawyer.

You have the right to refuse consent to be searched.

You do not have to open your door to the police or immigration agents unless they have a warrant signed by a judge with your correct name and address.

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Immigration: protests, recent court rulings, and increased federal operations

Dec 03 2025

In the last two weeks of November, various cities across the country saw an increase in immigration raids, temporary suspensions of asylum decisions, community protests against mass detentions, and court rulings that reinstated protections for young people and vulnerable individuals. At the same time, local authorities reported an intensification of ICE and Border Patrol operations, while advocacy organizations and groups warn of the impact on migrant families, students, and protection seekers across the country.

USCIS orders suspension of decisions on asylum cases to ensure that all foreign nationals are vetted and screened to the greatest extent possible.
Protests in Charlotte following arrests and use of “verification tasks” as federal agents launched a massive immigration operation resulting in at least 250 arrests.
Court ordered to resume deportation protection program for vulnerable immigrants facing serious humanitarian risks such as minors, survivors of violence, or people with serious medical conditions.
Federal judge rules that pause in processing SIJS youth was illegal, indicating that the government did not have the authority to halt cases for minors who have been victims of abuse, abandonment, or neglect.