For more than 135 years, we have stood up for human rights. At moments when those values are tested, it matters more than ever that we stand together and reaffirm what we believe in. 
Facts matter. Immigrants and refugees are vital contributors to our communities. Housing First works. And Chicago’s strength has always been its identity as a welcoming city—one where everyone belongs.
Please stand with us and help spread FACTS.
- Asylum approvals have collapsed—from 31% a year ago to just 5% as of February 2026.
- 60,000 individuals are currently detained by the U.S. government—more than 70% with no criminal record.
- More legal entries are being stopped than illegal ones, by a factor of more than two.
- Since October 2025, nearly all refugee arrivals—99.9%—have come from a single group: 4,496 Afrikaners (white South Africans).
- In 2024, Chicago’s immigrant population reached nearly 600,000, becoming a major economic force, contributing over $20 billion in taxes, filling critical labor shortages in STEM, manufacturing, and hospitality, while also driving entrepreneurship.
- The Heritage Foundation’s database of election crimes lists only 24 instances of noncitizens voting in U.S. elections for the two decades from 2003-2023.
- Immigrants in the United States—including undocumented immigrants—are less likely to commit crimes or be incarcerated than the U.S.-born.
Standing together means speaking out and showing up—for our neighbors, our communities, and one another. This moment calls for shared responsibility and shared courage.
Let’s Stand Together for Chicago and:
Thank you to our partners and supporters for speaking out and showing up. Together we are stronger!