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Immigration


Alien Enemies Act: A Fraught and Rarely Used Law
President Trump declared he would invoke the Alien Enemies Act to deal with the “invasion” at the southern border of the U.S.
Jan 28


Q&A About New Executive Orders Concerning Immigration and Deportation
The new presidential administration has issued many executive orders focused on immigration issues since taking office.
Jan 24

Call to Action: Urge Federal Elected Officials and the President to Create Lasting Bipartisan Immigration Solutions That Are Secure, Humane, Efficient, and Focused on Growth
Campaign promises of mass deportations and halting refugee resettlement do not align with principles of ethical government.
Nov 12, 2024

Call to Action: Ask Your Members of Congress to Support the Afghan Adjustment Act
In 2022 the Afghan Adjustment Act was introduced in the House and Senate with strong bipartisan support, and we hope to see it reintroduced.
Jun 16, 2023

Call to Action: End Using Title 42 as Border Immigration Policy
Instead of rule by executive order and misapplied policy, members of Congress can work toward ethical, common-sense immigration policy.
May 10, 2022


The Afghan Adjustment Act: Frequently Asked Questions
We call for a clear pathway to legal permanent residency and a right to work for our new neighbors with the Afghan Adjustment Act.
Feb 7, 2022

Principles of Ethical Government 3(d): Immigration
People have moral responsibilities to provide succor and relief to their fellow human beings regardless of race, nationality, or religion.
Nov 2, 2021


Afghanistan Immigration: The 3 Secure, Systematic Processes
While the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan has seemed chaotic and alarming, immigration safeguards will not be abandoned.
Sep 13, 2021

Call to Action: Support Dreamers and Pass the Dream Act of 2021
The American Dream and Promise Act of 2021 is a bipartisan bill that would provide permanent protection and a pathway for Dreamers.
Mar 13, 2021


Mormon Women for Ethical Government's Immigration Priorities Statement
A new year and presidential administration bring hope for ethical changes to immigration. Here are our priorities for immigration reform.
Jan 20, 2021

Call to Action: Oppose New Asylum Procedures
The Trump administration has posted a proposal that would drastically restrict people's ability to apply and qualify for asylum.
Jun 18, 2020


Advocating for Refugees in Arizona
Members of the MWEG Arizona chapter are committed mentors of refugee families in cities throughout the state.
Nov 21, 2019

Call to Action: Encourage Your Governor to Accept Refugees in Your State!
The president’s executive order places the onus of accepting refugees on state and local governments. Gov. Herbert’s response is exemplary.
Nov 4, 2019

Official Statement From Mormon Women for Ethical Government on Child Detention
We condemn the regulation announced by the Trump administration on Wed. that would abolish the 20-day limit on holding families in jails.
Aug 23, 2019

Official Statement From Mormon Women for Ethical Government on New Revelations About the Separation of Children From Their Families at the Border
It is time to focus on rational, bipartisan, compassionate immigration reform that will prevent the separation of children from families.
Jan 17, 2019
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