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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · Sep 25

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 · Sep 17

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 · Sep 16

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 · Aug 28

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 · Aug 27

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 · Aug 22

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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Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · Aug 22

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

Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · Aug 19

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 · Jul 29

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 · Jun 27

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 · Jun 12

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 · Jun 11

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 · Jun 10

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 · Jun 9

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 · Jun 6

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 · Jun 5

@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 · Jun 4

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

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 · May 30

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 · May 21

We are standing with J.D. and his mother to demand justice, accountability, and real reform. The violence must stop.

Read the complaint: www.washlaw.org/dyrs-faces-n...

Support our fight: www.washlaw.org/donate-now/

#JusticeForJD #DCYouthJustice #WLC #TogetherForJustice

Washington Lawyers' Committee @washlaw4cr.bsky.social · May 21

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 · May 19

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 · May 19

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 · May 15

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 · May 14

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 · May 13

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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