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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network

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Building immigrant & refugee power in WA State. Estamos creando poder en nuestra comunidad inmigrante en el estado de Washington. ✊🏾 Reposts are not endorsements

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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📣 Join WAISN + Central Washington Legal Aid for a bilingual Facebook Live on emergency planning for immigrant families. Updates, practical steps, and live Q&A. 💬 📣 Acompáñanos para prepararnos y responder preguntas en vivo. 🔗 facebook.com/WAISNorg/
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
3/3 ✅ Know your rights with immigration enforcement. Learn more here: waisn.org/kyrice/
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WAISN Resources | Know Your Rights Flyers
Know your rights during encounters with ICE or Border Patrol. These multilingual flyers explain what to do if immigration officials come to your door or community.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
2/3 Please avoid calling the Hotline to check if rumors or activity is confirmed so that first-hand information can get through to our organizers. Let’s work together to protect our communities and stop unnecessary fear.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
1/3🚨Alert: Confirmed Immigration Activity in Yakima, WA #SHARE If your family has been impacted by this immigration operation or previous enforcement at this location, please text the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline 1-844-724-3737 to be connected with resources in Yakima and information.
ICE enforcement alert in Yakima, WA (09/23/2026): ICE reportedly arrived at an orchard near 1430 Young Grade Rd in Naches Heights and detained at least eight people; contact WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline 1-844-724-3737 for help.Know your rights with immigration enforcement: you can refuse to open the door or consent to warrantless searches, remain silent and not sign documents, and record encounters; for help call WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline 1-844-724-3737.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
👉 Learn more about our organizational membership: tinyurl.com/waisnorgmemb...
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WAISN | Organizational Membership
Join WAISN as an organizational member to access training, language justice support, and leadership opportunities at flexible levels and sliding-scale dues.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
See the connections & collective power from WAISN’s Organizational Membership Convening in Pasco, WA. More than 60 leaders gathered to strategize, and envision the future of immigrant justice in our state.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
On 9/11, we honor and remember the estimated 67 unrecognized undocumented immigrants who died during the attack and as many as 6,000 undocumented immigrants who worked at Ground Zero. Their stories are part of our history. From @npr.org www.npr.org/2026/09/11/n...
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They cleaned up ground zero. Now many are hiding from ICE
After 9/11, thousands of rescue and cleanup crews went to work at ground zero. They were exposed to toxic debris and experienced psychological trauma. Today, many say they live in fear of deportation.
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Seattle's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and More… @king5news.com.web.brid.gy · 11/09/2026
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Conway residents rally behind man arrested by ICE in possible mistaken identity
Juan Martinez's attorney believes ICE agents may have been looking for the previous registered owner of a car Martinez had bought.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
4/4 At a time when anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies, and a for-profit detention agenda seek to tear us down, now more than ever, we need a united immigrant justice movement that uplifts and humanizes the inherent dignity of all immigrants, especially those who are most impacted.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
3/ We remain resilient and have every intention of continuing to build and strengthen WAISN and our movement to defend the rights of all Washingtonians to live with dignity and without fear. To achieve this, we will need your support to keep our crucial services running: waisn.org/donate
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network · WAISN 2026 Fundraiser
For nearly 10 years, immigrants across Washington have built a network that shows up when our communities need it most. Hotline calls, Rapid Response teams, Accompaniment support, and so much more is…
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
2/ While none of our services are going away at this time, this does mean less staff capacity for the programs directly supporting communities in need: Deportation Defense Hotline, Rapid Response, Accompaniment, and Fair Fight Bond Fund, as well as our policy and advocacy work.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
1/ As a result of a funding shortfall we are undergoing an organizational restructuring to preserve the longevity of WAISN and its vital work for Washington immigrant communities. To streamline operations, we are temporarily reducing our Hotline hours to 7 a.m–2 p.m., Monday to Friday.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Just this Tuesday
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
We’re excited to be the featured organization for Gratituesday at Reuben's Brews in Ballard. Every pint helps power the next ten years of immigrant justice in Washington state. 📍Reuben’s Brews Ballard 5010 14th Ave NW, Seattle ⏱️3-9 PM 🍻 $1 from every pint sold will be donated to WAISN
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
#ICYMI Our Accompaniment program has been a vital resource so our communities don’t have to face the immigration system alone. Learn more about the trusted program for immigrants at legal or administrative appointments across WA. Read the full feature from @favsnews.bsky.social here: buff.ly/9kYY1Sg
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Did you miss our conversation with Central WA Legal Aid about Alexandra Lozano? Find the English conversation on Youtube now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqyR...
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What to Do After the Alexandra Lozano Immigration Law Closure | WAISN Live
YouTube video by Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Important immigration court updates are affecting people with pending cases in Washington state. If you or someone you know has an upcoming hearing, please share this information and take steps to stay informed. Together, we can help keep our communities informed, connected, and prepared.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
🔗 Visit our events page to find Know Your Rights, Rapid Response, and Accompaniment trainings to join a team working to keep our #WashingtonState communities informed near you: waisn.org/events
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Upcoming Events & Trainings - WAISN
Deportation Defense Hotline • Monday – Friday 6AM – 6PM • CALL NOW
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
The highest court in the U.S. recently dropped major decisions on TPS, asylum, green cards, and birthright citizenship. See our breakdown below 👇 #WAISN #SCOTUS
Infographic summarizing two recent U.S. Supreme Court immigration rulings: Mullin v. Doe allowing the federal government to end TPS for hundreds of thousands (Haitian and Syrian nationals), and Mullin v. Al Otro Lado upholding the "Remain in Mexico" asylum policyInfographic summarizing two major U.S. Supreme Court immigration decisions: Blanche v. Lau — a 6–3 ruling allowing border agents to deny green card holders re-entry on mere suspicion — and Trump v. Barbara — affirming birthright citizenship for children born on U.S. soil.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
WAISN is deeply devastated by the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE officer in Houston. We extend our deepest sympathies to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s beloved family. We encourage those who wish to support their efforts and his family to contribute to their GoFundMe page bit.ly/lsagfm
Statement from the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network condemning the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE officer, expressing outrage and sympathy, noting he lived in the U.S. 35 years, ran a small construction business, and was driving his crew when killed.Statement condemning the shooting of Salgado Araujo and highlighting a pattern of cruelty by immigration enforcement in Washington, reporting increased violence—agents drawing weapons, smashing windows, forcing people from homes, throwing and assaulting community members, and rising deaths in ICEText statement condemning Congress’ approval of $240 billion for immigration enforcement, citing Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s death and warning ICE/CBP operations and expanded funding endanger transgender, queer, Black, Indigenous, and poor migrants; Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network logo.Statement from the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network calling for a transparent, independent investigation into Salgado Araujo’s killing, release of ICE surveillance footage, an end to ICE funding, solidarity with LULAC and the family, and support via a GoFundMe.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
✅ Know your rights with immigration enforcement. Learn more here: waisn.org/kyrice/
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WAISN Resources | Know Your Rights Flyers
Know your rights during encounters with ICE or Border Patrol. These multilingual flyers explain what to do if immigration officials come to your door or community.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
🚨Alert: JUNE 28 - SHELTON, WA Confirmed Immigration Activity #SHARE Please avoid calling the Hotline to document rumors or to check if activity is confirmed so that first-hand information can get through to our organizers. Let’s work together to protect our communities and stop unnecessary fear.
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CHIRLA @chirla-org.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
#Breaking -- Today, #SCOTUS turned its back on 1.3 million of our neighbors. This court ruling can't undo decades of lives built here. 1.3 million TPS holders belong to this country as much as it belongs to them. Congress must do what the Court wouldn't: offer permanent protections now! 🧡
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Courthouse News @courthousenews.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The Supreme Court paved the way on Thursday for President Donald Trump to restart immigration agents’ controversial practice of physically blocking migrants from seeking asylum at the border. More via @kelseyreichmann.bsky.social below 🔽
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Join our team and help shape our policy work at the local, state, and federal level. If you're passionate about the policy that shapes our world, we want to hear from you! Reach out to jobs@waisn.org for questions or more info. 🔗 Full job description: waisn.org/careers
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
This August, #WAISN org members will gather for the #MembershipConvening to connect, strategize & advance the immigrant justice ecosystem across WA. Membership means belonging, learning & building together. Ready to deepen your org’s role in #ImmigrantJustice? Learn more: buff.ly/OpQsf3q
Promotional graphic for the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network's Organizational Membership Convening, August 2026 in Central Washington. The design features a light blue-to-green gradient background with faded floral imagery, a yellow sunflower in the upper right, and the organization's logo at top center. A semi-transparent cream text box holds the event title and tagline: 'Gathering to shape the future of the immigrant justice ecosystem across Washington.' The bottom half shows a photo of a diverse community gathering outdoors with a traditional Indigenous dancer in regalia at the center, surrounded by attendees holding pride and solidarity flags.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Celebrating the World Cup? Share Know Your Rights resources with your family, friends, and community. Knowledge is power. Help keep our communities informed and prepared. #WAISN 🔗 : waisn.org/public-resources
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
On Tuesday, Congress allowed $70 billion in taxpayer funds for ICE and Border Patrol through 2029. That means more funding for violence and family separations at the expense of healthcare, housing, and vital needs for all Washingtonians. Read our full statement: buff.ly/HfMmHLQ #WAISN
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ICE & CBP Funding Comes at the Expense of Healthcare, Housing, and Vital Needs for All Washingtonians - WAISN
Deportation Defense Hotline • Monday – Friday 6AM – 6PM • CALL NOW
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Join a growing statewide network to access trainings, build community relationships, strengthen local organizing, and help shape the future of immigrant justice in Washington #WAISN #OrganizationalMembership
olden-yellow infographic titled 'Organizational Membership Benefits' for the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN). Lists four benefits—Convenings, Leadership, Language Justice, and Trainings—each with a dark blue label and black description text. A vertical navy line separates the labels from descriptions. The WAISN logo appears in the top right corner, and a faded photo of a diverse crowd at a gathering fills the bottom of the image."Golden-yellow Instagram graphic with the WAISN (Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network) logo at the top center. Bold dark blue text reads 'Become a WAISN Organizational Member.' Below, white bold text says 'Learn more and join today' followed by the URL tinyurl.com/waisnmembership. A faded photo of a diverse crowd at a rally or march fills the background, with a clearer version visible along the bottom edge."
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
For the past 10 years, directly impacted immigrant and refugee community members have led WAISN and built power together across Washington State. This network was created to support each other in protecting one another, taking action together, and building the future we deserve. #WAISN10
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
✅ Know your rights with immigration enforcement. Learn more here: waisn.org/kyrice/ 3/3
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WAISN Resources | Know Your Rights Flyers
Know your rights during encounters with ICE or Border Patrol. These multilingual flyers explain what to do if immigration officials come to your door or community.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
If your family has been impacted by this immigration operation, or to report any immigration activity or arrests, please call or text the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline 1-844-724-3737. We have interpretation available in nearly 300 languages. 2/3
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
🚨Alert: APRIL 29 - SHELTON, WA Confirmed Immigration Activity #SHARE 📞We received information and documentation that ICE targeted multiple locations in Shelton, WA and detained at least 12 people. More Below 1/3
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Join us this Friday, May 1, across Washington state as we celebrate International Workers’ Day with our partners and communities. From Seattle to Sunnyside, let’s come together to celebrate, organize, and keep building toward a future where we all thrive. #MayDay
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Join us on Friday, May 1, in Seattle for the May Day 2026 March and Rally to take collective action and celebrate the proud history of workers in our region who power Washington state. 🔗seattlemayday.org #WAISN #WA4All #InternationalWorkersDay
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 20/04/2026
Civilians have had apparent seizures. One had his eyes roll back. Another had ribs broken. “I felt like I was going to pass out and die,” said a 16-year-old citizen put in a chokehold. The government won’t say if any agents have been punished. (Published Jan. 2026)
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We Found More Than 40 Cases of Immigration Agents Using Banned Chokeholds and Other Moves That Can Cut Off Breathing
Civilians have had apparent seizures. One had his eyes roll back. Another had ribs broken. “I felt like I was going to pass out and die,” said a 16-year-old citizen put in a chokehold. The government ...
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
2/Please note: Know Your Rights (KYR) knowledge is required prior to attending. If you have not yet completed a KYR training, you can register for an upcoming session through WAISN’s events page before participating in this training.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
1/ Support immigrants navigating the immigration system. Join our virtual #Accompaniment Volunteer training on May 20. Bilingual speakers in Spanish, Mam, Portuguese & Q’anjob’al encouraged. :pushpin: Register: tinyurl.com/AccompMay2026 #ImmigrantRights #CommunitySupport 🧵
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
#InternationalTransgenderDayOfVisibility honors the brilliance & resilience of transgender communities. We remain steadfast to our vision of a now where transgender people, especially transgender immigrants, can live a life of dignity, respect, and thrive.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
5/ As a bystander we recommend to stay calm, don’t intervene, document ICE interactions, and call the WAISN Hotline (1-844-724-3737). Learn more in our Bystander & Observer Guidelines: tinyurl.com/Bystanderguidelines
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
4/ Travelers can stay prepared by knowing rights at checkpoints, carrying documents securely, planning family/legal communication, and preparing for delays. More guidance: bit.ly/AirportArrests.
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Community Alert: Immigration Arrests at Airports
This resource provides travel safety tips and other resources for immigrants traveling through U.S. airports.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
3/ The bsky.app/profile/nilc... & bsky.app/profile/the-... said increased federal presence can create higher scrutiny for some travelers. People at higher risk include those without legal status, w/ prior deportation orders, pending cases, or certain permanent residents.
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National Immigration Law Center (@nilc.org)
Advancing and defending the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants & their loved ones.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
2/ In an Instagram post, Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho said ICE agents have not been deployed at SeaTac as of March 23. But immigration officials have been reported at: ATL, ORD, CLE, HOU, MSY, EWR, JFK, LGA, PHL, PHX, PIT, SJU, SFO, RSW.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
1/ Immigration officials are now working at several U.S. airports while TSA staff continue working without pay during the partial government shutdown. Here is the latest 🧵 www.npr.org/2026/03/22/g...
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ICE officers set to deploy to airports as delays mount, border czar Homan confirms
Border czar Tom Homan says ICE agents will help the Transportation Security Administration "move those lines" while also enforcing immigration law.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
According to the19th, ICE ​​detained nearly 500 people who were pregnant, postpartum, and nursing. 121 remain in ICE custody where 16 miscarriages were reported. 363 were deported. Gender justice requires reproductive and #ImmigrantJustice. #GenderEqualityMonth
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
5/5 But we’re not backing down. We will keep organizing, advocating, and building with communities statewide for healthcare access regardless of status, for protection from surveillance, and for the resources people need to live and thrive. Because dignity and care should never be negotiable.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
4/ Apple Health Expansion funding continues, but not at the level communities fought for. Budget cuts and policy changes mean fewer people covered, and lower-quality care for those who are. Meanwhile, demand is only increasing.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
3/ But the gap between what passed and what’s needed is still wide. At a time of rising federal enforcement and deepening harm, too many Washingtonians remain without the support they need to feel protected and healthy.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
2/ Because of collective action, state legislators passed 12 key victories. From stronger worker protections to increased accountability and funding for critical programs, these wins matter. They will have a real impact in people’s daily lives.
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Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network @waisn.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
1/ This legislative session, immigrant and refugee communities across Washington organized, testified, demanded dignity, and won real gains. We also deserved more. 🧵 Read the full press release: waisn.org/article/wais... #WAISN #WALeg
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