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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

As Shenandoah County considers what comes next following last week’s landmark civil rights ruling, local families and community members are weighing in. Read one local parent’s perspective on what should happen next. augustafreepress.com/news/adam-sh...

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Adam Sharp | Shenandoah County School Board fights for its sunk cause

The Shenandoah County School Board appears poised to once again throw our tax dollars into a bonfire of vanity.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Why does birthright citizenship matter? For WLC Executive Director Joanne Lin, it's personal. In her latest op-ed, Joanne reflects on her family's story, the promise of the Fourteenth Amendment, and what's at stake for future generations. Read more: hubs.la/Q04nfzv40

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

The U.S. Supreme Court today upheld the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship. WLC proudly filed an amicus brief and continues fighting for immigrants’ rights. This victory matters—but the fight for equal justice isn't over. Learn more and support our work: hubs.la/Q04n3Yxz0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Happy Pride Month from the Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights & Urban Affairs! As we celebrate Pride, we reaffirm that civil rights means equality and justice for ALL. We are proud to support our LGBTQ+ staff and partners and the greater LGBTQ+ community. #PrideMonth #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

WLC is proud to honor Patagonia. At a time of rising violence in cities across the country, Patagonia has taken a stand—urging the U.S. Senate to oppose additional funding for ICE and rallying other businesses to do the same. This is what corporate leadership looks like. hubs.la/Q04bX4sw0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

On March 31, we return to court for closing arguments in our case against the Shenandoah County, VA school board. We’re challenging Confederate school names. A judge has already ruled this violates students’ First Amendment rights to free speech. We continue the fight. hubs.la/Q0480Lty0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Three months ago, WLC and partners won a preliminary injunction blocking unlawful warrantless immigration arrests in D.C. But evidence shows DHS has continued this unlawful practice. So we’re going back to federal court. Read more: hubs.la/Q045ZYLl0 Support us: hubs.la/Q045Z_x30

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

For over 150 years, the Constitution has guaranteed that every child born on U.S. soil is a citizen. That promise is now before the Supreme Court. WLC filed an amicus brief (hubs.la/Q044WLp60) in Trump v. Barbara, urging the Court to reject the executive order ending birthright citizenship.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

No one should face a death sentence in a county jail. WLC, with the ACLU of Maryland and Mayer Brown LLP, has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit challenging a deadly pattern of abuse at the Harford County Detention Center. Justice requires action—and we’re taking it. Learn more: hubs.la/Q03_JHz00

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Whether you’re gathering to celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or Kwanzaa — may your holidays be filled with warmth, joy, and togetherness! May the spirit of the holidays bring peace, light, and a renewed sense of hope. #HappyHanukkah #HappyKwanzaa #MerryChristmas #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

Just after 6AM, seven unmarked cars surrounded R.S.M. and her husband. Officers said they were looking for someone else—then arrested them anyway. Last week, a federal court ordered DHS to stop its illegal arrest policy. Help us keep fighting. Every gift is doubled through Dec. 31: hubs.la/Q03Y3PsR0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

The Washington Post is covering our case challenging Shenandoah County’s decision to restore Confederate names to two public schools. Trial begins tomorrow. “Students deserve the freedom to define themselves—unencumbered by symbols they do not choose.” —Marja Plater, WLC Read more: hubs.ly/Q03XzDcP0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Congratulations to the DC OAG on securing a 725K wage theft settlement for construction workers. WLC’s Rotten Foundation report exposed rampant wage theft in D.C.’s affordable housing construction and urged stronger enforcement. Today’s outcome shows why that work matters. Report: hubs.la/Q03X6gJL0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

WLC’s Joanne Lin was quoted in the Washington Post’s story on our victory against DHS’s warrantless immigration arrests in D.C.: “This is a victory for the rule of law and for the people across the city…” Read more: hubs.la/Q03WNmnQ0 Support our work: hubs.la/Q03WNnZz0

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

There’s still time to make your Giving Tuesday gift—and have it matched dollar for dollar before midnight. Your support helps WLC fight discrimination in schools, workplaces, and communities across the region. Give before midnight and double your impact. Donate Now: hubs.la/Q03WwYC60

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Double your impact this Giving Tuesday. All gifts to the Washington Lawyers’ Committee are matched up to $90K. Help us defend students with disabilities, fight discriminatory school policies, and ensure every child has equal access to opportunity. Donate: hubs.la/Q03WrrH50 #WLC #GivingTuesday

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

At the Washington Lawyers’ Committee, we see the power of community every day. This Thanksgiving, we give thanks to the many people who make our work possible. Thank you for standing with us in the fight for justice. Support Our Work: hubs.la/Q03VP3Cm0 #TogetherForJustice #WLC #Thanksgiving2025

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

A major win for DC autonomy. A federal court ruled the President’s National Guard deployment to DC was unlawful. WLC + ACLU-DC filed an amicus brief supporting the District. Read the ruling: oag.dc.gov/sites/defaul... Donate: www.washlaw.org/donate-now/ #DCHomeRule #CivilRights #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

BREAKING: We’ve filed a class action lawsuit to stop federal agents from making illegal, warrantless immigration arrests in Washington, DC. Our lawsuit seeks to stop these unlawful arrests and hold the government accountable. Learn more: hubs.la/Q03L1TrF0 #ImmigrantRights #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor the strength + leadership of Latino communities in DC + beyond. From wage justice to worship rights, TPS, and fair housing—Washington Lawyers' Committee fights for dignity + justice. Stand with us: www.washlaw.org/donate-now/ #TogetherForJustice #CivilRights

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

BREAKING: WLC and allies just filed an amicus brief supporting D.C.’s lawsuit to stop the National Guard from policing D.C. neighborhoods. D.C. deserves self-governance and safety, not militarization. Read more: hubs.la/Q03Jy0xj0 Support us: hubs.la/Q03Jx-Gs0 #CivilRights #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

This Labor Day, we honor working people—and recognize the challenges too many still face: wage theft, discrimination, unsafe conditions. Our Workers’ Rights Clinic offers free legal help in DC, MD & VA. Get help: hubs.la/Q03G4fmQ0 Support WLC: hubs.la/Q03G4gBt0 #LaborDay #WorkersRights #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

D.C. has invested $1.4B in affordable housing—too often built on worker exploitation. Our new report reveals misclassification, repeat offenders, and lax enforcement—and calls on the D.C. Council to act. Read: A Rotten Foundation hubs.la/Q03FQw9w0 #WageTheft #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Luxury D.C. apartments are shutting out voucher holders—blocking families from housing opportunities in violation of civil rights laws. That’s why the Equal Rights Center, with the Washington Lawyers’ Committee and Cohen Milstein, filed suit. Equal housing access isn’t optional—it’s the law.

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‘We Don’t Accept Section 8’: Undercover Testers Found Voucher Discrimination Across D.C.

The Equal Rights Center’s investigations and lawsuits detail how D.C. landlords turn away prospective tenants just because they use housing vouchers to pay rent.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

After nearly 30 years behind bars, Dwain is free. Imprisoned at 17, he spent decades learning, growing, and preparing for a second chance—earning his GED and completing more than 70 educational programs. This summer, D.C.’s IRAA law brought him home to his family. #SecondChances #IRAA #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Latino construction workers on a DC affordable housing project secured a $700K wage theft settlement against Whiting-Turner Co. & Krick Plumbing. Workers alleged they were misclassified & underpaid—but stood up for justice & won. Support WLC: www.washlaw.org/donate-now/ #WageTheft #WorkersRights

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

WLC, Gilbert LLP & @democracyforward.org are suing to stop ICE raids at places of worship and other “sensitive locations”—a policy that violates core civil and religious rights. “The right to worship freely… is at stake.” — Ryan Downer www.washlaw.org/religious-gr...

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

BREAKING: The Supreme Court narrowed the use of nationwide injunctions—but did not rule on Trump’s unconstitutional attack on birthright citizenship. We’re in court to protect the 14th Amendment. Our statement: hubs.la/Q03v3lqG0 Support our fight: www.washlaw.org/donate/ #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Our June newsletter is out now! Want to receive our monthly newsletters via email? Read the latest June edition and subscribe here: www.washlaw.org/resources/ne... #WLC #JuneNewsletter #Newsletter #Juneteenth #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

The Trump administration has moved to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Cameroon—without the legally required 60-day notice. Learn what’s at stake: www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/new... Read about our case: www.washlaw.org/casa-sues-tr... #CivilRights #ProtectTPS #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

The D.C. Jail is unsafe, inhumane, and unfit. A new audit confirms what residents and advocates have said for years. Our class action lawsuit demands accountability for the denial of medical care. Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202... Support: www.washlaw.org/donate/ #DCJailCrisis #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Kaitlin Banner, our Deputy Legal Director, spoke with DC News Now about the lawsuit filed by the Washington Lawyers’ Committee, Relman Colfax PLLC and Disability Rights Advocates to make DC safe for everyone. Watch the interview: www.dcnewsnow.com/video/blind-...

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

At WLC, we stand firmly for the fundamental human rights of every individual. We support the fight against discrimination, harassment, and inequality faced by LGBTQ+ communities. Together, we can build a future where everyone can live openly and safely, without fear. #WorldPride2025

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

@ccefordc.bsky.social's latest report confirms that the ongoing and deplorable conditions continue for incarcerated individuals with serious medical needs at the D.C. Jail. Read the full CCE Report here: www.courtexcellence.org/news-items/2... #PrisonReform #CivilRights

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

The D.C. Council of the Blind and five plaintiffs are suing the District for failing to provide Accessible Pedestrian Signals at DC’s intersections. WLC, Disability Rights Advocates, and Relman Colfax filed the lawsuit. Read more: wtop.com/local/2025/0... #WLC #DisabilityRights #TogetherForJustice

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DC sued by blind pedestrians who say they’re subject to ‘blindness tax’ - WTOP News

D.C. is being sued for not doing enough to help blind pedestrians cross the street safely, according to a lawsuit.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

WLC joined Disability Rights Advocates & Relman Colfax to sue DC for failing to provide accessible pedestrian signals—putting blind pedestrians at risk & denying equal access. We're demanding a safer, more inclusive city. Read: hubs.la/Q03pSZwW0 Support: hubs.la/Q03pSZkY0 #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

BREAKING: A new WLC lawsuit exposes the brutal reality inside the D.C. Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services. The complaint alleges that a staff member violently assaulted a 14-year-old boy—fracturing his jaw, strangling him, and leaving him covered in blood—while a supervisor stood by.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

The Supreme Court’s TPS ruling is devastating. Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans are left without protection. WLC has a companion case in Maryland—and we’re still fighting. CBS: hubs.la/Q03nfnyT0 Learn more: hubs.la/Q03nfnv70 Support: hubs.la/Q03nfndk0 #ProtectTPS #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

WLC Legal Fellow Dee Um sat down with Thu Nguyen, Executive Director of OCA–Asian Pacific American Advocates, to talk about the fight to protect birthright citizenship. Watch the interview: www.washlaw.org/wp-content/u... #ProtectBirthrightCitizenship #WLC #AANHPI #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Today, we salute our partner CASA and former WLC board member Kelsi Corkran, who is arguing CASA’s birthright citizenship case before the Supreme Court. WLC proudly stands with you in the fight to preserve constitutional birthright citizenship for all infants born on US soil.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Individual ticket sales close this Friday—don’t miss your chance to attend! Wiley A. Branton Awards Luncheon Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Networking: 11:00 a.m. | Program & Lunch: 12:00–1:30 p.m. Join us for a powerful celebration of courage, justice, and civil rights: www.washlaw.org/branton-2025

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

DHS is ending TPS for Afghans on July 12 — but once again, they’re breaking the law. “Since DHS failed to lawfully terminate TPS within 60 days, there’s an automatic 6-month extension.” — Ryan Downer, WLC Learn more: hubs.la/Q03mcNRk0 Support us: hubs.la/Q03mcwL-0 #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Zoila Hinson of Relman Colfax spoke with Fox5 about our lawsuit with ERC against The Mo apartments in D.C., challenging discriminatory screening policies. Watch: youtu.be/eHAhuL0okVI Support: www.washlaw.org/donate/ #FairHousing #WLC #HousingJustice #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

When the Trump admin tried to strip TPS from Afghans & Cameroonians without following the law—we took action. CASA sued, with WLC & ICAP as counsel, to defend immigrant families. “DHS didn’t even do the bare minimum.” — Ryan Downer Learn more: hubs.la/Q03lJmDr0 #WLC #TogetherForJustice

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

In 2024, WLC and Proskauer Rose LLP secured a class action settlement for tenants of D.C.'s Meridian Heights, addressing years of unsafe conditions. Join us as we honor Proskauer’s pro bono team at the 2025 Wiley A. Branton Awards Luncheon on May 28: www.washlaw.org/branton-2025/

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

After being fired and sued for reporting wage theft, Riley DeHority fought back with our help—and won. Riley organized a fundraiser and donated a portion of the proceeds to the WLC. Thank you, Riley! Let's keep on fighting: www.washlaw.org/donate-now/ Photo credit: Doug Yurkovich

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Individual ticket sales close May 16—don’t miss your chance to attend! Wiley A. Branton Awards Luncheon Wednesday, May 28, 2025 · JW Marriott, Washington, DC Networking: 11:00 a.m. | Program & Lunch: 12:00–1:30 p.m. Register here: www.washlaw.org/branton-2025

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Divinity Pittman is the Associate Director of Development at the WLC. She leads WLC’s fundraising work with foundations. Divinity brings 15 years of experience, generating and stewarding funds through direct mail campaigns, grant-writing, donor cultivation, board management, and events.

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

We’ll say it again: The House must pass the DC budget fix now. Otherwise, the city faces school layoffs, healthcare service cuts, & lost housing assistance—hitting hardest the communities who can least afford it. Read the Post editorial: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202... #DCLocaLFundsAct #WLC

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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Leslie Faith Jones leads WLC’s Prisoners’ Rights team, fighting to protect the rights of incarcerated people. She previously litigated civil rights cases at Prisoners’ Legal Services of NY, Montgomery Co. Public Defender, and SPLC. #WLC #WLCStaffSpotlight #TogetherForJustice

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