The United States urgently needs a National Immigration Legal Defense Fund. As the immigration landscape shifts under the reelected Trump administration, the barriers immigrants face—discriminatory policies, mass deportations, and restricted access to legal resources—are growing.
In her latest Above the Law column, Tahmina Watson calls for action. She explores how a national fund could provide critical support for immigrants, including families, small business owners, and community members, to navigate these challenges. Until Congress takes the lead, she advocates for collaboration among philanthropists, nonprofits, grassroots organizations, and legal professionals to create sustainable solutions.
To read more about Tahmina’s perspective on this critical issue, visit the full article here: https://abovethelaw.com/2025/01/the-u-s-needs-a-national-immigration-legal-defense-fund/