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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Boston University International Students and Scholars Office. Multiple Boston University students have had their visas terminated. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Local advocacy members, politicians react to rise in ICE arrests, stripped protections for immigrant children

Liam Dunne March 31, 2025
Federal immigration crackdowns have escalated in Massachusetts, and the Trump administration’s moves to strip protections for unaccompanied children are sparking reactions from immigrant advocacy groups and local politicians.
Mayor Wu speaks at a press conference outside of Boston City Hall on February 25. Wu testified in front of the United States House Oversight Committee on Wednesday. COURTESY OF CITY OF BOSTON MAYOR'S OFFICE

Mayor Wu testifies before Congress regarding sanctuary policies, rally held in support at City Hall Plaza

Elizabeth Mehler March 7, 2025
Mayor Michelle Wu testified before Congress Wednesday in a hearing by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to scrutinize municipalities that practice sanctuary city policies.
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