Aaron Reichlin-Melchick, a senior fellow at American Immigration Council, publicly commented on the release of detained individuals following an ICE raid in Sackets Harbor, emphasizing that ICE is not immune to the court of public opinion. This statement reflects AIC’s commitment to challenging authoritarian immigration practices.

On March 31, 2025, the American Immigration Council, along with partner organizations, filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other government officials to challenge a Trump administration rule that mandates millions to register and carry proof of registration, an action seen as reflective of authoritarian practices.

On February 25, 2025, the American Immigration Council published an analysis using 2023 census data that highlights how immigrants significantly contribute to the U.S. economy. The report critiques plans by the Trump administration and Congress to allocate billions toward mass detention and deportation, arguing that such policies would harm families, communities, and economic vitality.

The American Immigration Council's 2023 end-of-year report details its comprehensive border solutions campaign and active litigation efforts aimed at challenging harmful immigration legislation and promoting a fair, humane, and inclusive immigration system.

The American Immigration Council joined 117 other organizations in a coalition letter urging Congress to maintain $50 million in funding for appointed counsel for immigration proceedings for Fiscal Year 2022. The letter emphasized that such funding enhances due process and reduces detention and court costs.

On May 11, 2011, the American Immigration Council, in coalition with the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), sent a letter urging U.S. Customs and Border Protection to address restrictions limiting attorneys’ access to detainees. This move reflected a commitment to safeguarding immigrant rights and resisting authoritarian restrictions in immigration enforcement.