Immigration Issues & Resources in the Sixth District
Immigration Issues & Resources in the Sixth District
Congresswoman McClain Delaney is staunchly opposed to the unlawful, inhumane actions taken by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement since the beginning of the Trump Administration’s second term. Aggressive immigration enforcement actions have hurt communities throughout the nation, including those in the Sixth District and across Maryland. She is fighting in Congress for commonsense reforms to immigration enforcement.
Know Your Rights
It is important that all U.S. citizens and immigrants (regardless of legal status) know their rights when interacting with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. We have a 'Know Your Rights' resource to help you navigate interactions with ICE agents and legal resources. We also have bilingual palm cards that can be printed and carried with you that provide translated instructions to law enforcement officers. These resources are available in six languages: English, Spanish, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Korean, French, and Farsi.
Need Help with an Immigration Issue?
Our office is dedicated to help Sixth District constituents navigate issues with federal agencies on topics such as passports, citizenship, green cards, work permits, and more. We can inquire and advocate on a constituent’s behalf to check on statuses, expedite service, find solutions, and try to cut through red tape. Learn how we can help you.
If you or a loved one has been detained by ICE, we want to hear from you immediately–and know that we take your confidentiality seriously. Please call or visit our offices in Washington, D.C. or in Downtown Frederick.
ICE’s Planned Detention Warehouse
The Congresswoman is vehemently opposed to ICE’s plans for a 1,500-bed detention warehouse in Washington County. ICE purchased this facility without community input, environmental review, or communication. She is leading efforts with Governor Wes Moore, Maryland’s Congressional delegation, and state and local elected officials and community leaders to push for answers, accountability, and transparency.
STATUS (as of April 15, 2026): A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction to HALT DHS’s construction and operation of its detention warehouse. See a statement from Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown.
Timeline of Statements, Letters and Legislation:
- 04/15/2026: Statement Lauding Legal Ruling to Halt Detention Warehouse
- 04/03/2026: Statement on ICE Reconsidering Scope of the Detention Warehouse
- 03/23/2026: Constituent Roundtable Discussion with Governor Wes Moore
- 03/11/2026: Testimony Supporting State-Level Companion Legislation to Block Warehouse
- 03/06/2026: Survey Results from Maryland Sixth District Constituents
- 03/05/2026: Letter to DHS Regarding its Brief Public Comment Period
- 03/05/2026: Maryland Delegation Letter to DHS Regarding its Brief Public Comment Period
- 03/01/2026: Statement Regarding ICE's Movements in Maryland and Washington County
- 02/23/2026: Statement Backing the Maryland Attorney General's Lawsuit Against DHS' Warehouse Plans
- 02/10/2026: Legislation Introduced, Keep ICE Out of Washington County, Maryland Act
- 02/10/2026: Maryland Delegation Letter to Washington County Commissioners Ahead of its Resolution Supporting ICE
- 01/27/2026: Statement Confirming News Reports of ICE's Warehouse Purchase
- 01/20/2026: Maryland Delegation Letter Demanding Answers in Light of Warehouse News Reports
- 12/30/2025: Statement Upon First News Reports of ICE Warehouse