Jeff Gammage

In efforts to disrupt ICE, the whistle has become an instrument of choice

In efforts to disrupt U.S. Immigration Customs and Enforcement agents at work, the whistle has become an instrument of choice.

Immigrants are the ‘only reason’ Philly’s population is growing, analysis says “Given the stakes,” the analysis said, “getting immigration policy right isn’t optional ― it’s existential.”

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As ICE enforcement intensifies, one man works to keep undocumented families fed in Bensalem “We don’t have to choose between risking ourselves and feeding our children," said one man who depends on the deliveries.

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‘Courage is contagious.’ How Philadelphia churches and neighborhood groups are preparing to confront ICE. People say they need to be ready if the president tries to turn Philadelphia into Minneapolis ― or Los Angeles, Chicago, or Washington, D.C.

In Philly, via @inquirer.com

Abrego Garcia has been transferred from ICE's Farmville, VA, facility to Moshannon in Phillipsburg, PA, to improve facilities for legal visits. Abrego reports a hanging at Moshannon last month, cites assaults, inadequate medical care, insufficient food. storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...

CHOP is one of the best children's hospitals in the nation and is ranked 2nd for pediatric cancer treatment by US News.

A patient with brain cancer who is a US citizen will have to face an uncertain future in Bolivia because of the relentless drive to deport his father

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‘He reached his limit.’ Immigrant father of 5-year-old with brain cancer accepts deportation to Bolivia after months in ICE detention.

Despite community support and legal efforts, the detained immigrant father of a 5-year-old son with brain cancer has decided to drop efforts to stay in the United States and accept deportation to Bolivia.

‘He reached his limit.’ Immigrant father of 5-year-old with brain cancer accepts deportation to Bolivia after months in ICE detention. His wife and three American-citizen children will also go, voluntarily, leaving their home in Northeast Philadelphia.

In Philly.

Judicial district says decisions on ICE presence at Philly courthouse are the sheriff’s ‘sole responsibility’ The presence of ICE in and around the Criminal Justice Center has provoked controversy, as activists insist the sheriff has let the agency to turn the property into a 'hunting ground'

ICE arrests at the Philly courthouse have surged past 100 ...

An Indonesian man was deported on Christmas after being arrested at a routine immigration appointment in Philly The Trump administration has sought to enforce old deportation orders, and what were once routine meetings with federal authorities have become risky for immigrants, advocates say.

The Trump administration has sought to enforce old deportation orders, and what were once routine meetings with federal authorities have become risky for immigrants, advocates say.

In dozens of cases, Philly’s federal judges have found Trump’s mandatory detention policy unlawful The pushback has added to a chorus of similar decisions in federal courts nationwide.

Good article on the Philly federal judge response to the madness of mandatory detention.
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Immigration advocates say Philly courthouse has become a ‘hunting ground’ for ICE. They want agents barred from the building. The courthouse has become a focus of enforcement and resistance as President Trump presses his tough deportation agenda.

ICE arrests at the Philly courthouse ...

Immigration advocates say Philly courthouse has become a ‘hunting ground’ for ICE. They want agents barred from the building. The courthouse has become a focus of enforcement and resistance as President Trump presses his tough deportation agenda.

ICE arrests at the Philly courthouse ...

He showed up for what he thought was a routine appointment in Philly. ICE was waiting for him. Immigrants who have ongoing legal or visa cases have been unexpectedly taken, part of what advocates say is a Trump administration strategy to boost arrests and deportations

In Philly - and elsewhere. Via @inquirer.com

Bucks sheriff-elect Danny Ceisler says he’ll act quickly to end controversial ICE alliance The incumbent sheriff had defended his decision to assist ICE, insisting it would make residents safer and even potentially bring new funding and police equipment to the county.

In a key Philly collar county ...

Before the Day of the Dead, a time to welcome departed dogs and cats as families create ‘pet ofrendas’ In Philly and elsewhere, people have begun to recognize not just human relatives but those with wings and whiskers, said to return on Oct. 27 as part of the Day of the Dead.

A day for family members with paws ...

He was caring for his 5-year-old son with brain cancer. Then he was detained by ICE. A court has temporarily blocked Johny Merida Aguilar's deportation to Bolivia.

In Philly ...

A settlement over ICE in Bucks? Judge pushes lawyers on the sheriff’s plan to have deputies enforce immigration laws Agreements with ICE enable local authorities to help the agency identify, arrest, and deport immigrants.

Near Philly:

More and more Pennsylvania police agencies are partnering with ICE The partnerships come through a controversial ICE initiative called 287(g), named for a section of a 1996 immigration act

ICE-police partnerships are rapidly expanding in PA and around the country.

‘The last thing that is protecting my dignity.’ A South Philly mother talks about life under sanctuary. As Trump moves against sanctuary cities, one undocumented mother in Philadelphia worries what the future holds for her.

As Trump movies against sanctuary cities … Via @inquirer.com

‘We are hiding on the roof. I love you.’ An ICE raid in Montco has left families bereft after 14 were arrested. Immigration arrests have skyrocketed in the region, while most of those who are detained have no criminal record.

Just outside of Philly …