For Distribution and Signature: Policy Statement by Hispanic Civic Organizations on the Treatment of Immigrants by the Trump Administration

 

Policy Statement by Hispanic Civic Organizations on the Treatment of Immigrants by the Trump Administration

As representatives of Hispanic civic organizations across the United States, we stand united in our deep concern and opposition to the Trump administration’s policies and practices concerning the apprehension, detention, and deportation of immigrants.

The United States has long been defined by its commitment to fairness, dignity, and equal protection under the law. Yet, current enforcement strategies have too often resulted in the violation of these principles—through family separations, prolonged detentions in inhumane conditions, racial profiling, and the denial of due process to vulnerable individuals seeking refuge or lawful status.

We condemn:

1. The criminalization of immigrants who contribute to the economic, cultural, and social fabric of this nation.
2. The indiscriminate enforcement actions that target communities of color, instill fear in families, and undermine public trust in law enforcement.
3. The separation of children from parents and the continued use of detention centers that fail to meet basic humanitarian standards.
4. The erosion of due process and access to counsel for individuals facing deportation proceedings.

We call upon Congress, state governments, and local authorities to uphold the highest standards of justice and human rights by:

• Ensuring transparency, oversight, and accountability in immigration enforcement operations.
• Protecting the constitutional rights of all individuals, regardless of immigration status.
• Supporting comprehensive immigration reform that reflects our nation’s values of inclusion, opportunity, and compassion.

We further urge all Americans to reject rhetoric that dehumanizes immigrants and divides our communities. The pursuit of border security must never come at the expense of human rights, nor should political expedience justify cruelty.

As Hispanic civic organizations, we reaffirm our commitment to advocate for policies that treat all people with dignity, protect families from needless separation, and honor the immigrant story that defines America itself.

Signed,

The Coalition of Hispanic Civic Organization

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