The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) said in a statement that we need to stay committed to working in coalition with other organizations and be defiant after Trump’s victory.
“Last night’s election results reiterate our need to offer a compelling vision for the future,” said Angelica Salas, CHIRLA executive director. “A vision that is bold, progressive, and centers humanity. The results from last night offer insight into what is important to voters and what changes need to be made across party lines.”
Salas said most Americans reject the proposals embedded in Project 2025 to mass deportations, “to tear apart families and cause chaos in countless communities. Most Americans support a path to citizenship.”
The CHIRLA director said candidates need to offer bolder solutions.
“Mr. Trump won using rhetoric attacking immigrants, veterans, LGBTQ+, women, among many more,” she said. “Vice President Harris was not able to convince enough voters on her plan for the future.”
CHIRLA was founded in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees.
“Money and fear won Mr. Trump the White House. Not love or unity,” she said.
For information about protecting rights as immigrants, people can go to CHIRLA’s website where they have “Know Your Rights” videos, graphics, and documents. They are downloadable and printable. For additional support, call CHIRLA’s Immigrant Assistance Line at 888-624-4752.
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