Press Releases

(Washington D.C.) – Today, The LIBRE Initiative announced the release of mailers thanking Democrats and Republicans for supporting a permanent solution for Dreamers, and asking them to keep fighting to approve a legislative solution that provides certainty and security. This mailer is part of a seven-figure campaign effort by The LIBRE Initiative, which includes a … Read More

(Arlington, VA) – Today House Speaker Ryan spoke on the possibility of House action to address the status of the Dreamers, saying “I want to fix this problem, so I would like to have an immigration vote before the midterms,” adding “I want to have a vote on something that could make it into law.” … Read More

(Arlington, VA) – Today a bipartisan coalition of members of the House of Representatives announced an effort to force the House to begin a debate on immigration legislation.   Daniel Garza, President of The LIBRE Initiative, released the following statement:   “We are encouraged to once again see the demonstration of broad support for action … Read More

(Arlington, VA) – Today the White House proposed approximately $15 billion in rescissions – or cuts to previously-approved federal spending. These spending reductions are targeted at more than 30 federal programs, including areas where money has not actually been spent for years, or cannot be spent for a range of reasons. The cuts represent a … Read More

(Washington, D.C.) – Attorney General Sessions and Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Tom Homan have announced a change in immigration enforcement. In an attempt to deter unlawful immigration, families who are apprehended attempting to enter the United States will be criminally charged and separated, with children being sent to government-funded shelters or to … Read More

(Arlington, VA) – Yesterday, Texas and six other states filed suit challenging the legality of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which was initiated by President Obama in 2012. President Trump announced the end of DACA last September, but provided a six month window before it was terminated, encouraging Congress to address the … Read More

(Washington, D.C.) – Under a decision handed down yesterday by the D.C. Circuit Court, the government would be required to offer renewals to current beneficiaries and accept new applicants under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The decision will not take effect for 90 days, during which time the Department of Justice has … Read More

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, The LIBRE Initiative and Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce sent a joint letter to the bipartisan leadership in Congress, encouraging prompt action on legislation to protect the Dreamers and enhance border security. The letter is part of a broader overall campaign recently announced by the organizations, which notes the strong support … Read More

(Washington, D.C.) – Yesterday, it was reported that a bipartisan majority of members of the House of Representatives came out in support of debating and voting on immigration legislation this year. Led by Representatives Jeff Denham (R-CA), Pete Aguilar (D-CA), and Will Hurd (R-TX), this group called for floor action on four different bills that … Read More

(Washington, D.C.) – Yesterday The LIBRE Initiative, in partnership with Freedom Partners Chamber of Commerce, launched a seven-figure campaign calling on congressional leaders to take action on a permanent solution that would provide certainty for Dreamers. The campaign features ads, Capitol Hill advocacy, and grassroots mobilization to inform and activate communities in favor of a … Read More