The city lost $811 million in sales revenue in 2025 as enforcement efforts reduced local store traffic.
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October 22, 2026
Defender Association Expands Immigration Defense in PhiladelphiaThe Philadelphia-based public defense organization began taking on immigration and deportation cases in 2026.
October 15, 2026
ICE Detains Philadelphia Nurse at Check-inA registered nurse and immigrant from Indonesia remains in custody following a routine appointment with federal authorities.
October 6, 2026
ICE Released Philadelphia Man From CustodyNelson Contreras-Gelves was released from federal detention on September 10 after more than two months in custody.
October 5, 2026
Philadelphia Launched Outreach for Medicaid ChangesThe city initiative helps residents navigate new eligibility rules that could affect over 70,000 people.
October 1, 2026
Four Men Sentenced for Illegal Reentry in PhiladelphiaFederal judges handed down prison terms to four men who returned to the U.S. after previous deportations.
September 23, 2026
Philadelphia Filed Motion to Dismiss ICE Detainer LawsuitThe city moved to block a federal challenge against its ordinance prohibiting cooperation with immigration detainers.
