Advocates need to be prepared for historic policy changes now that President Trump has begun a second term. CLINIC is dedicated to supporting its Affiliates, along with other immigration legal services providers, during a time of great challenges for immigrant communities. This page provides resources intended to help legal advocates respond to changes in policy from the current administration.
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Resources
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Topline Immigration Policy Updates - Summaries of immigration policies issued every week.
CLINIC’s Public Comments on Proposed Regulations
FAQS and Practice Pointers
- FAQ on USCIS Policy Change Concerning SIJ Deferred Action
- FAQ on Withdrawal of N-400 Naturalization Applications
- Temporary Protected Status Designation Decisions: What You Should Know
- Community Pointers: Enforcement in Immigration Court
- Practice Pointer: The "Project Homecoming" Proclamation and the CBP Home Apps "Self-Deportation" Program
- Practice Pointer: Opposing ICE Motions to Recalendar Administratively Closed Cases
- Template Opposition to Motion to Recalendar Proceedings
- Frequently Asked Questions on Trump Administration Policies Affecting Parolees: Enforcement and Termination of Parole
- What Does the Laken Riley Act Require?
- USCIS Issues New NTA Guidance Memo
- Frequently Asked Questions on the Designation of New Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Its Impact on Asylum Seekers
- Practice Pointer: How To File Congressional Inquiries
- Navigating EOIR Directives Under Trump 2.0: Practical Guidance for Advocates and Programs
- Navigating Changes Under Trump 2.0: Practical Guidance for Advocates and Programs
- Latest TPS Developments for Venezuela and Haiti
Practice Tools
- Rapid Response Toolkit
- Draft Informed Consent Document (English / Spanish)
- Draft Informed Consent Documents for Travel (English / Spanish)
- Draft Letters to Clients Regarding Immigration Enforcement (English / Spanish)
- Immigration Legal Services Screening Tool (fillable pdf form and word document)
Practice Management
- Immigration Program Management in Uncertain Times: Responding to the Trump Administrations Funding Challenges
- Immigration Program Management in Uncertain Times: Considerations Before Deciding to Downsize or Close an Immigration Legal Services Program
- Discipline of Immigration Practitioners: What To Expect If Accused of Violating the Federal Regulations Governing Professional Conduct
Community Education
Advocacy Tools
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Resources (Affiliate-only)
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- Removal Toolkit
- Practice Pointer Preparing for a Second Trump Administration
- Webinar Recordings on Trump Administration
- Community Education Materials
- Frequently Asked Questions: Preparing for Potential Changes in the DOJ Recognition and Accreditation Program
- Direct Examination Template Guide
- Asylum Advocate Step-by-Step Guide