City Council says employee Rafael Rubio remains in ICE custody; Council and legal groups file habeas and amicus briefs Presiding Official reported that city employee Rafael Rubio was detained by ICE after a routine appointment and remains held in New York; the Council engaged NILAG for a habeas petition and the Law Department filed an amicus brief after bond was denied Feb. 2. The Council said it is working to secure Rubio’s return.

City employee Rafael Rubio is in ICE custody after a routine appointment, sparking urgent efforts from the City Council to secure his release.

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New York City Council leaders demand 'Hands off, New York City' as they condemn federal deployments and ICE actions New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and several council members held a council event condemning recent federal deployments and ICE operations, including an incident in Chinatown, saying such actions harm public safety and immigrant communities. Speakers urged investment in services rather than enforcement, recounted a deportation scare at 

New York City Council leaders are standing strong against federal forces and ICE operations, declaring "Hands off, New York City" to protect our neighborhoods and immigrant communities.

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Bronx Defenders Celebrate Victory Against ICE Office on Rikers Island Bronx Defenders applaud city council's win in preventing ICE from reestablishing Rikers office.

A powerful rally in NYC marked a crucial victory against ICE, safeguarding immigrant rights and reinforcing the city's sanctuary laws.

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Council Blasts Mayor Adams for Neglecting Immigrant New Yorkers Amid Jail Crisis Council members condemn Mayor Adams for failing to protect immigrant New Yorkers at Rikers.

A powerful rally in NYC decries the mayor's neglect of immigrant communities as the court blocks ICE from Rikers, igniting calls for systemic change in the face of a humanitarian crisis.

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New York City Council Secures $80M for Immigration Legal Services Amid Federal Challenges Council Speaker Adrienne Adams leads funding initiatives to support immigrant rights in NYC.

In a bold stand against federal overreach, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams rallies support for immigrant rights with an $80 million funding initiative following a crucial court victory.

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Court Blocks Mayor Adams' Executive Order Allowing ICE at Rikers Island Amid Crisis Justice Mary Rosado halts ICE presence at Rikers Island, protecting immigrant New Yorkers.

A powerful rally in NYC erupted after a court ruling blocked ICE from reopening at Rikers, igniting demands for justice and reform amid a tragic crisis.

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NYC Council Chair Alexa Vilas Celebrates Court Ruling Against Executive Order 50 New York State Supreme Court nullifies Mayor Adams' executive order protecting vulnerable communities.

In a powerful rally, NYC Council Chair Alexa Vilas declared victory against a controversial executive order that threatened the rights of vulnerable immigrants, igniting hope for justice in the city.

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New York City Council hears immigrant mental health challenges and community solutions City council discusses immigrant mental health crisis and community support initiatives.

The NYC Council's recent hearing revealed the urgent mental health challenges faced by immigrant communities, highlighting a multi-faceted approach to provide essential support.

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RASA Calls for Enhanced Mental Health Services for New York's Immigrant Families RASA urges city council to expand mental health support for vulnerable immigrant communities.

New York City is stepping up to tackle the urgent mental health needs of immigrants, but will it be enough to support those facing trauma and discrimination?

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Council adopts resolutions condemning Trump administration's immigration policies Council passes resolutions against white nationalist agenda affecting immigrant communities.

New York City Council takes a bold stand against the Trump administration's immigration policies, condemning a "white nationalist agenda" that threatens immigrant lives.

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Council members Hanif and Wen pass laws to combat immigration service fraud in NYC New York City Council approves comprehensive bills to protect immigrants from fraudulent service providers.

New York City Council is taking bold steps to protect immigrant communities from fraud and support local vendors—find out how these new bills could change lives!

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Assembly members introduce Imam Ismail and empower immigrant advocacy group Members welcome Imam Ismail and highlight immigrant advocacy efforts in state assembly.

New York's Legislature session kicked off with a powerful prayer from Imam Mohammed Ismail and a commitment to uplift immigrant voices through advocacy and education.

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