Virginia’s tuition equity law stands. MALDEF President and General Counsel Thomas A. Saenz weighs in on the ruling and the fight to protect access to regular tuition for eligible undocumented students. Read more: www.maldef.org/ivlo

MALDEF President and General Counsel Thomas A. Saenz is speaking out against the DOJ's coordinated attack on state laws that allow eligible students to access regular tuition regardless of immigration status. MALDEF is intervening on behalf of affected students in 4 states: www.maldef.org/c7bd

The proposal threatens statutory protections for children with limited English proficiency and could disproportionately harm Latino families. MALDEF is urging the Administration for Children and Families to withdraw the proposal. Read the letter we sent: www.maldef.org/vdm6

Read and download MALDEF’s recommendations for California voters and learn more about the measures on the ballot: www.maldef.org/340e

The fight for fair representation continues. MALDEF will continue defending Latino voters in Washington’s Yakima Valley and their right to an equal voice in state legislative elections. Read more: www.maldef.org/wzv1

NEW DATE! Join us on Friday, October 9, for MALDEF’s 2026 San Antonio Annual Awards Gala at Grand Hyatt Hotel. We hope to see you there for an inspiring evening celebrating leadership and community. Get tickets here: www.maldef.org/qnfl

We must protect due process and the fundamental rights of those seeking refuge. DHS must undo this rule immediately. Read our comment: www.maldef.org/l0pl #AsylumSeekers #ImmigrationReform #DueProcess #MALDEF #HumanRights

MALDEF argues the proposal exceeds EOIR’s statutory authority, raises due process concerns and imposes an unauthorized $675 fee to appeal a contempt penalty. Read MALDEF’s full comment: www.maldef.org/b2qd

Hospitals must protect patients - not expose them to more harm. The lawsuit claims violations of the California Confidentiality of Medical Information Act and the California Constitution’s protections for privacy and equal protection. Read more: www.maldef.org/nwkn

For students, a tuition increase can mean more than a bigger bill. That’s the uncertainty facing students in Kansas following a federal court ruling ending the state’s tuition-equity policy for Kansans without lawful immigration status — a decision that MALDEF is appealing. More: www.maldef.org/om5n

MALDEF continues its fight for immigrant rights by challenging the denial of credit to DACA recipients and other immigrants based solely on their immigration status. Read more about this case: www.maldef.org/cr5x

Twenty-five lawsuits. Students’ futures are at stake. And MALDEF isn’t backing down. MALDEF President and General Counsel Thomas A. Saenz spoke with Inside Higher Ed about the nationwide legal fight over tuition equity for undocumented students and what comes next. More: www.maldef.org/olyz

As a sponsor of the legislation through the California Democracy Partnership, MALDEF is proud to have helped advance these critical protections alongside our coalition partners. Learn more about the new protections: www.maldef.org/j27a

We won’t leave Texas students behind. MALDEF remains committed to protecting the rights of students who relied on the Texas Dream Act to pursue higher education. Following the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ latest decision, our fight for tuition equity continues. Read more: www.maldef.org/vnwr

The appeal was filed on behalf of Kansas Students for Affordable Tuition and is now before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Read more: www.maldef.org/0za9

The American Bar Association is hosting a webinar on the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais and its effect on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. 🔗 Register here: www.maldef.org/osn4

🗳️Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Carolina del Norte, Texas y Virginia: ¡Prepárate para las elecciones de noviembre de 2026! La guía electoral de MALDEF tiene la información que necesitas para realizar un plan para votar. 📲 Explora la guía en español e inglés : www.maldef.org/9eyc

Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Texas & Virginia: Get ready for the November 2026 election! Need information about who can vote, how to register, voting options, and more? The MALDEF Voting Guide has the information you need to make a plan to vote. www.maldef.org/9eyc

Thank you to the Mexican American School Boards Association (MASBA) for inviting MALDEF President and General Counsel Thomas A. Saenz to serve as a keynote speaker at the 2026 MASBA National Conference.

Join us as we celebrate Reynaldo Anaya Valencia, President and Dean, Professor of Law at South Texas College of Law Houston, as he receives the Lifetime Achievement – Excellence in Community Service Award at our 2026 San Antonio Awards Gala on Friday, October 2, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.

MALDEF President and General Counsel Thomas A. Saenz weighed in with Talking Points Memo on the Trump administration’s proposed changes to the 2030 Census, including a potential question about immigration status. Read more: www.maldef.org/xbtf

What does Illinois’ tuition ruling mean for undocumented students? MALDEF President Thomas Saenz spoke with the Chicago Tribune about the ruling’s real-world consequences and why students should stay committed to finishing their degrees. Read the full story: www.maldef.org/9fbi

Read our joint full statement here: www.maldef.org/ni4n

Join us as we celebrate Mary Alice Perez Cisneros, President, American Sunrise Non-profit Community Builder, as she receives the Lifetime Achievement – Excellence in Community Service Award at our 2026 San Antonio Awards Gala on Friday, October 2, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.

We’re proud to announce that Martín Klein has been promoted to Senior Policy Attorney! 🎉 In his new role, he will lead legislative and policy advocacy efforts across the Midwest, help shape state and regional priorities, and provide guidance and mentorship to policy attorneys nationwide.

Visit this link to see our guide on getting the support you need to reach your educational goals: www.maldef.org/qjeb #scholarship #education #resources #collegemoney #maldef

Join us as we celebrate Dr. Henry Flores, Distinguished University Research Professor Emeritus, Department of Political Science Senior Faculty School of Law St. Mary's University, as he receives the Lifetime Achievement – Excellence in Community Service Award at our 2026 San Antonio Awards Gala.

Read MALDEF’s full comments submitted to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) here: www.maldef.org/8b7y

Join us on Friday, October 2, for MALDEF’s 2026 San Antonio Annual Awards Gala at Grand Hyatt Hotel. We are proud to recognize three remarkable Latino leaders whose work continues to advance opportunity and justice. Visit this link to secure your seat: www.maldef.org/d9yr

Read our joint full statement here: www.maldef.org/5d8d