Immigrants Rising Denounces the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision To Allow Blanketed Discriminatory Immigration Detention Tactics
September 9, 2025 (Los Angeles) — Yesterday, the Supreme Court of the United States lifted a lower district court order issued in July 2025 and re-enabled immigration officials to use discriminatory and racist tactics to carry out the administration’s unscrupulous immigration agenda. This ruling criminalizes community members on the basis of skin color, spoken language, and occupation, and was decided under the radar through its shadow docket with limited briefing and public engagement. This ruling is not only unjust, but it’s a green light for racial profiling and abuse that affects everyone, including U.S. citizens.
California is home to 10.6 million immigrants, 1.8 million of whom are undocumented, with 66 percent of undocumented immigrants having lived here for 10 or more years. The unconscionable decision clears the path for already-marginalized communities of color to be even further terrorized by secret police solely for their appearance and existence in specific spaces and contexts, especially ones frequented by working-class community members. This harms individual lives and entire communities across Los Angeles and beyond.
While this decision is a direct attack on the progress made toward immigrant and racial justice, the fight is not over. Justice will prevail. On September 24, the federal district court will hear arguments to determine if a preliminary injunction should be issued based on additional evidence of this administration’s enforcement tactics, which would put a stop to the implementation of this ruling. In the meantime, this egregious decision by the nation’s supreme court doesn’t go unchallenged: a committed and unified coalition of individuals, advocates, leaders, and organizations stands ready to fight for and protect all impacted communities. Immigrants Rising stands with all those affected by this recent court decision and will continue to support community members. We urge you to utilize the following resources:
- 24/7 Immigration Raid Hotline by CHIRLA: 1-888-624-4752
- California Rapid Response Networks by CA Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC)
- Know Your Rights: Immigrants’ Rights by ACLU
- Resources on subjects related to immigrant detention by the CA Collaborative for Immigrant Justice
- Immigrant Resources compiled by California Work & Family Coalition members, CIPC, and Immigrants Rising
- Detained Immigrant Bond Fund by CLUE Justice, Los Angeles
- Protest Pocket Guide by Democracy Security Project
- Mental Health Resources for Undocumented People by Immigrants Rising
- Wellness Support Groups for Undocumented Students by Immigrants Rising
- Mental Health Connector For Students in California by Immigrants Rising
In addition to developing and distributing legal and mental health resources, protecting our community members also requires state and local policy interventions that uphold and fortify the rights of all community members, including undocumented immigrants. That is why we call on state policymakers to be resolute in defending the immigrant community by passing and enacting policies like:
- AB 49 (Muratsuchi) Schoolsites: Immigration Enforcement
- SB 98 (Perez) Elementary, Secondary, and Postsecondary Education: Immigration Enforcement: Notification
- SB 580 (Durazo) Attorney General: Immigration Enforcement Policies
- SB 635 (Durazo) Food Vendors and Facilities: Enforcement Activities
- City ordinances that limit collaboration with federal immigration enforcement.
- Increased funding and resources at the local level for impacted communities to access direct and readily available legal aid, mental health, and basic needs services.
A court decision like this requires our community and allies to stand in solidarity more than ever before. This is the time to be bold, fearless, and courageous—let us protect our communities, immigrants, and citizens alike.
- Follow ACLU SoCal for more updates regarding the status of lawsuits against this administration’s immigration enforcement discriminatory practices.
- Check in on immigrant families you know. Offer mutual aid, including delivering groceries, running errands, giving children rides to school, or offering financial support.
- Amplify updates, stories, and calls-to-action on social media or within your networks.
- Contact local and state elected officials to support legislation and policies that support undocumented immigrants.
- Especially if you are a U.S. citizen, volunteer as a responder for your local Rapid Response Network.
- Donate to funds such as:
Immigrants Rising stands firm in our mission to empower undocumented people to achieve their educational and career goals through personal, institutional, and policy transformation.
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Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented young people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. Our collective power is helping our nation edge closer to fulfilling its ideal as a land of opportunity and access for all.
