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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 14h

Worried you’ll miss out on all powerful protests, events and campaigns we’re working on? Worry no more! Sign up for our list to receive the latest updates, calls to action & fun events our members are working on. Visit maketheroadny.org/join-our-list to sign up!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

🙌🛑 Hands off our vote! This past Thursday, October 1st, we joined over a dozen NY orgs, and electeds for a press conference to launch the “Hands Off Our Vote!” campaign. As the elections approach, we are preparing to activate NYers to vote, and if necessary, organize to protect the results!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

💪 Nonprofits help run the essential systems that make city life possible. Nonprofits are vital to the daily life of NYers: 1 in 6 people in NYC work at nonprofits, keeping our city housed, fed & cared for. Read the stories of nonprofit workers who do this work every day at theheartofnewyork.org.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

In a momentous victory for immigrants’ rights, the Southern District of NY issued a final, landmark ruling prohibiting ICE officers from conducting civil immigration enforcement actions in or near immigration courthouses, except under limited circumstances, in New York City & across the nation.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Join us this Sunday, 10/4 as we claim our power and fight to ensure every eligible voter can cast their ballot, and that every vote is counted. Our Co-Executive Director, Natalia Aristizabal will be one of the speakers! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/indivisible/...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

In 2025, New Yorkers broke voter turnout records in both the Primary & General Elections. Let's keep building on that momentum and encourage NYers to keep making history by voting in the upcoming election. Visit nycvotes.org to register to vote, find your poll site, review voting dates & more!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

“My children are voters & they are excited to vote next month. They’ll be voting with our community in mind. We must ensure that every vote has equal access—whether by mail, early voting, or on Election Day.” Our member Sonia said at presser w/ @handsoffnyc.bsky.social outside Farley Post Office.

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Katal Center for Equity, Health, & Justice @katalcenter.org · 01/10/2026

Now we’re hearing from a leader at @maketheroadny.bsky.social and she talks about every voter should be able to exercise their right to vote without fear and intimidation.

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NYCLU @nyclu.org · 01/10/2026

Your vote is your voice - and New Yorkers don't shut our mouths for anybody. We're proud to join @handsoffnyc.bsky.social and our partners to help New Yorkers know their rights and cast their ballots, and we’re ready to take to the courts and the streets to protect the vote.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today, we are at the Farley post office building in Manhattan with @handsoffnyc.bsky.social and allies to say loud and clear: HANDS OFF OUR VOTE! We are ready to prepare and activate New Yorkers to vote and, following the election, organize them to protect the results.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🎟️WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS to see The Strokes with us on Friday, October 2nd, and Dom Dolla on Saturday, October 3rd! Leave a comment with your favorite The Strokes song or Dom Dolla mix, and we will pick one lucky winner for each event. Winners will be announced TODAY, Thursday, October 1st at 5 PM!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

“'It has overcrowded severely the 26 Fed hold rooms, subjecting detainees for extended periods to inhumane conditions that violate the Constitution, not to mention any decent concern for the Golden Rule or the demands of humanity,' added Judge Kaplan."

news.bloomberglaw.com

ICE Ordered to Avoid Overcrowding Manhattan Detention Site (1)

US immigration officials must make permanent changes to prevent future overcrowding and ensure attorney access at its holding facility at a lower Manhattan immigration courthouse, a federal judge rule...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🎒📚This Saturday, the weather didn’t stop our Back-to-School Bash Block Party at Bushwick Campus. Every year, this event is designed to help students navigate the school year & connect them to community resources, including #KnowYourRights materials, health services, college access programs, & more.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We continue to keep us safe. ✊🧊 Access and share #KnowYourRights materials so we can keep our families, neighbors and fellow New Yorkers safe during these troubling times. Find these resources in English and Spanish at: weprotectusny.org

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

“'[These abuses] are part of a broader pattern of cruelty and lawlessness that has characterized this administration’s treatment of immigrants over the past year inflicting profound harm, & undermining the rights and safety of citizens & noncitizens alike,'” said Harold Solis, our co-legal director.

gothamist.com

Judge rules ICE sought to 'inflict punishment' on immigrants held in NY

A federal judge ordered rules put in place to end 'inhumane' conditions at 26 Federal Plaza be made permanent.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Our gala exhibit is always picture perfect! 📸 This year, the #MRNYgala will feature photos taken by members on 35mm cameras that highlight what joy means in their lives. 🎟️ Come check out this year’s exhibit for yourself! Buy your tickets here: maketheroadny.org/gala

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ACLU @aclu.org · 24/09/2026

BREAKING: A judge ruled that ICE must improve the inhumane conditions at the immigration detention center at 26 Federal Plaza. This is good news. Our fight isn't over until every abusive detention facility is shut down for good.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

VICTORY! Earlier this morning, a U.S. District Court granted a permanent injunction requiring ICE to improve detention conditions and mitigate overcrowding at 26 Fed Plaza. Last year, the court granted a preliminary injunction but today’s ruling solidifies these rights for all future detainees.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🏥 This morning, our members joined the Healthcare Needs All of Us rally to highlight the role of immigrants in providing essential services in caregiving within hospitals, nursing homes, and more. We're committed to fight to restore legal status for TPS holders & for a path to citizenship for all!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

ICE isn’t just ripping our families and communities apart, they’re also damaging our already struggling healthcare system. TODAY, on 9/24, join us as we tell Congress to stop funding these cruel deportations and prioritize funding our health. #HealthcareNeedsAllofUs 📲 healthcareneedsallofus.org

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

✏️ Bushwick Campus welcomes our youth back to school! This Saturday, September 26th, we’re hosting our annual Bushwick Back-to-School Bash to provide students with information and materials to help their school journey this year. Join us for this kickoff to the new school year!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Six families have lost someone they loved at the hands of federal immigration agents. TODAY at 3:30 PM ET, Congress will listen to their stories and hold DHS accountable. Join us in bearing witness, because these families deserve to be heard, and they are not alone: facebook.com/SenBlumenthal/

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

"A third challenge was filed in Manhattan federal court on 17 September. Plaintiffs include Make the Road New York, [and others]. The complaint alleges the rule violates the Administrative Procedure Act & conflicts with federal immigration law. Those arguments remain allegations before the court."

ibtimes.co.uk

Advocate Calls Trump Administration Public Charge Rule 'Interesting and Horrifying' After Lawsuit

The Trump public charge rule took effect on 18 September as New York and advocacy groups challenged its broader immigration test in federal court.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

"A group of advocacy organizations [including Make the Road NY] filed their own lawsuit against the rule in the Southern District of NY on Thursday, arguing it violates the Immigration & Nationality Act. 'At its core, this new rule is cruel,' said Becca Telzak, co-exec director of Make the Road."

cnn.com

Why Trump’s new rule for green card applicants is sparking controversy | CNN Politics

A new Trump administration rule that is expected to make it harder for many legal immigrants to obtain green cards if they receive or are deemed likely to need public assistance is set to take effect ...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

🥙🎶 Earlier this month, our Workers Committee gathered for a late summer picnic at our Queens office to celebrate family and resilience. As our immigrant communities continue being targeted by this administration, it’s important to find joy and hope in each other.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

🎬 Traces of Home invites us to reflect on where we come from, what we carry with us, and where we find home within ourselves. The search for family history becomes a deeply personal journey exploring identity, displacement, & the meaning of home. Get tix: angelikafilmcenter.com/nyc/movies/d...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! As our immigrant communities face a devastating deportation campaigns, it is important to remember the value our culture adds to the tapestry of our country. We've faced obstacles before & have overcome them with resilience & joy. This will be no different.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🎬 What begins as a search for family history and cultural connection becomes a deeply personal journey exploring identity, displacement, belonging, and the meaning of home. We are excited to offer a pair of tickets during the opening weekend of Traces of Home! 🧵 (1/2)

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🗳️✊We will protect our elections. Our vote, our power! Today, we joined the Long Island Votes coalition to kick off our efforts to protect the rights of all voters. We urge voters to be prepared, take advantage of early voting, and get trained to support other community members.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

"In one case, Cruz Escobar of Make the Road NY said, the mother of a child who is a U.S. citizen and has a disability asked whether she should end the child’s Medicaid coverage because she feared immigration consequences."

amny.com

‘Cruelty is the point’: NYC, NY AG challenge Trump rule expanding ‘public charge’ test for green cards | amNewYork

New York City and state Attorney General Letitia James filed parallel federal lawsuits Monday challenging a Trump administration rule and accompanying

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We know from experience that policies like this generate widespread fear and confusion, particularly among mixed-status immigrant families. The public charge rule is expected to take effect on Friday but we remain committed to continue fighting back against the federal gov's cruel targeting.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"Arline Cruz Escobar, director of health programs at Make the Road NY, said she has discussions with lawful immigrant families about whether it’s safe to receive food assistance, Medicaid services for children with disabilities & even to allow their children to take advantage of free school meals."

politico.com

New York City leads lawsuit against Trump’s ‘public charge’ immigration rule

The city and the New York attorney general, along with other municipalities around the country, filed lawsuits in federal court.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"Because of the rule change, some families will likely be confused and in fear of accessing any kind of public benefit, even if they might still qualify to receive it, said Arline Cruz, director of health programs at Make the Road New York, an immigrant rights organization."

cnn.com

States sue to stop Trump rule that would make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards | CNN

New York and 21 other states are suing the Trump administration to block a new Department of Homeland Security rule they said would give immigration officials wider discretion to deny green cards, vis...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This morning, we stood with Mayor Mamdani & NY Attorney General Letitia James as they announced New York’s lawsuits challenging the Trump administration’s “public charge” rule, alongside other states and cities. The stakes could not be higher. See what our Director of Health Programs said.

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ACLU @aclu.org · 14/09/2026

We’re ONE SIGNATURE AWAY from forcing a vote on a bill that would protect over 4 million immigrants. Tell your member of Congress to support the Dream and Promise Act now.

aclu.org

Pathway to Citizenship Now

ICE has shot and killed people in our streets. Dozens have died in ICE custody. These aren’t isolated events. We need solutions today and the Dream and Promise Act is a critical piece of that. Take action now

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

”'A simple walk to school can lead to a family being separated or being detained by ICE,' said Amador Rivas of Make the Road NY. 'How can a child focus on learning when their minds are worrying about ICE agents lurking outside of their schools or whether their parents will be targeted next?'”

documentedny.com

As School Begins, Queens Families Keep Watch for ICE

Immigrant families in Queens face rising anxiety over ICE arrests near schools as deportations peak during the second Trump administration.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

In honor of #InternationalLegacyGivingDay yesterday, we’re taking a moment to share quotes from our legacy donors! 💙 This group of allies are ensuring our critical work continues by including us in their wills and estate plans. Learn more about legacy giving: maketheroadny.org/legacygiving/

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

✏️🧊 On the first day of school earlier this week, we joined parents with Las Donas, students, educators and elected officials to call for #ICEOut of our schools! With ICE enforcement activity intensifying in immigrant neighborhoods such as Jackson Heights and Corona, NYers are mobilizing!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

“Were it not for the DREAM Act, my family would not be able to help me afford a higher education.” Earlier this week, our Youth Power Project (YPP) leader Leonel joined other students, educators and labor leaders who spoke out against the Trump administration’s attack on the NY DREAM Act.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

#Throwback to our Youth Summer Program! 🫰 As our young people head back to school, we’re reminiscing on the amazing time we had in community this summer. From heading to Virginia for the People’s Convention, to a poetry workshop and even a rally against Big Tech, our youth leaders are POWERFUL!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🦋✊ Thank you for supporting our immigrant communities and our work to keep each other safe!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

"ICE arrests have surged across the country, but the agency has especially focused its activities on large immigrant communities that live in New York City. According to the agency’s data, ICE agents have arrested more than 43,000 people nationwide in June, averaging more than 1,500 arrests a day."

queenseagle.com

ICE spotted making arrests near Woodside playground, angering officials — Queens Daily Eagle

Even after federal immigration officials said they had finished large-scale sweeps across the city, reports of federal agents conducting arrests near a Woodside playground continued to pour in through...

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today, we joined Las Doñas, elected officials, and allies on the first day of classes to demand ICE out of our schools following recent ICE activity across Queens, including immigrant neighborhoods such as Corona and Jackson Heights. #ICEOutofNYC #WeProtectUs

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🎓The NY DREAM Act is under attack! For over a decade, youth advocates fought to pass the NY DREAM Act. This bill allows all in-state students to access financial aid in order to attend college. Now the Trump administration is suing 17 states, including NY, for enacting this hard fought victory.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🎒📚 Getting our communities ready for the new school year! Yesterday, we celebrated the start of the school year by giving away backpacks and books and hosting activities that brought science to life. We wish students a fantastic start to the new school year!

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

ICE OUT OF OUR SCHOOLS! 📚✊🏽 Tomorrow, Sep. 10, we are coming together with allied organizations & elected officials to protect, inform, and support immigrant students and families amid concerns about potential ICE activity in our communities. ➡️ Join us at the corner of 98 St & Roosevelt Ave at 2PM.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

"'All of these raids are causing so much fear and trauma in our communities,' Make the Road New York's Luba Cortes told the outlet, describing Corona as the neighborhood where the group has tracked the most enforcement activity."

latintimes.com

Officials say ICE is spreading fear in Queens. DHS calls it public safety. The data, explained.

DHS says 'Operation Rotten Apple' netted 2,100+ arrests in Queens. Local officials call it a fear campaign. Here's what the data shows.

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Make the Road NY @maketheroadny.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

"A class-action suit filed earlier this year accuses federal agents of stopping people based on how they look or sound rather than any individual suspicion of wrongdoing; the plaintiffs are represented by Make the Road NY together with the Legal Aid Society and the New York Civil Liberties Union."

latintimes.com

DHS Says 'Operation Rotten Apple' Netted 2,100 Arrests in New York. Legal Aid Groups Say Latinos Most Affected

DHS says its NY sweep netted 2,100+ arrests. Data show most ICE detainees have no criminal record, and Latino neighborhoods say they bore the brunt.

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