Three-year-old child forced to serve as her own attorney in Tucson immigration court – the very phrase seems like something out of a dystopian novel, doesn’t it? It’s a stark reality, however, and one that immediately sparks a sense of outrage. How can a child, barely able to form coherent sentences or understand the world around them, be expected to navigate the complex, often baffling, world of legal proceedings? The sheer absurdity of it is almost too much to bear.
The thought of a three-year-old, ripped from everything familiar, stripped of comfort and security, facing the intimidating environment of an immigration court, is truly horrifying.… Continue reading
Arizona Representative Adelita Grijalva reported that federal agents used pepper spray on her and other protestors during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation at a Tucson restaurant. Grijalva stated that she was asking for clarification when she was sprayed, and also posted footage of the incident. However, Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin disputed Grijalva’s account, claiming she was near someone who was pepper sprayed while obstructing law enforcement, and also claimed that two officers were seriously injured. The raid was connected to a years-long investigation of immigration and tax violations, resulting in numerous arrests, and the Mayor and Vice Mayor of Tucson have spoken out against the use of force.
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Following childbirth at Tucson Medical Center, Erika, a Guatemalan national, was placed into the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This occurred despite her recent delivery. The circumstances surrounding her detention remain unclear. Further details regarding her immigration status and the reasons for her apprehension are not currently available.
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It’s about time that the Trump campaign is being required to pay an upfront deposit of $145,000 before their Thursday event in Tucson. Frankly, it’s surprising that anyone would extend credit to a known bill dodger like Trump. Requiring a substantial security deposit seems like the only logical option when dealing with someone who has a long history of refusing to pay what they owe.
As a resident of Tucson, I can’t help but feel relieved that measures are being taken to ensure that the Trump campaign fulfills their financial obligations. After all, he still owes us money from his last rally, and we can’t afford to be taken advantage of again.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
John Q. Hosedrinker
Arizona Congresswoman Pepper Sprayed by ICE at Taco Joint Fuels Outrage
Arizona Representative Adelita Grijalva reported that federal agents used pepper spray on her and other protestors during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation at a Tucson restaurant. Grijalva stated that she was asking for clarification when she was sprayed, and also posted footage of the incident. However, Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin disputed Grijalva’s account, claiming she was near someone who was pepper sprayed while obstructing law enforcement, and also claimed that two officers were seriously injured. The raid was connected to a years-long investigation of immigration and tax violations, resulting in numerous arrests, and the Mayor and Vice Mayor of Tucson have spoken out against the use of force.
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