INDIVISIBLE: WE WILL PERSIST(IWWP)

Tag: trump

  • Let’s Make Some Plans!

    Membership Meeting

    March 19, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

    St. Charles City/County Library – Corp Parkway

    1200 Corporate Parkway

    Wentzville, MO 63385

    WE NEED HELP IN ACCOMPLISHING THESE GOALS!!!

    1. Mobilizing for March 28th:

    “No Kings Day” We are getting ready for the third mass mobilization. This event is part of the No Kings movement. This is a significant event. We will be finalizing our local plans. We aim to join millions across the country. Together, we will declare that America has no room for monarchs or authoritarians. We need volunteers for marshaling, sign-making, and outreach. We are planning on hosting multiple site events and need your help!

    2. Discuss upcoming April 7th Municipal Elections

    Democracy starts at the local level. We’ll be discussing the critical municipal races and school board seats up for grabs on April 7th. These local victories are the “firewall” against extremism in our own backyard.

    3. Retaking our Voice:

    Stopping Bob Onder in US Congressional District 3 and Ann Wagner in US Congressional District 2 . It is time to bring new leadership to Missouri’s 2nd & 3rd District. We will discuss our strategy to unseat Bob Onder and Ann Wagner by backing candidates who actually represent us. We’re talking about long-term organizing to replace their agenda with one that serves the people. While the election is months away we need to work consistently throughout the year. Our goal is to ensure we remove these authoritarian sympathizers from congress.

    4. Sustaining the Street Heat

    Our weekly protests are the heartbeat of our visibility. We will review our current schedule. We will discuss new locations. We will ensure we have a steady presence to hold those in power accountable every single week.

    “Local groups build and wield power in ways that individuals can’t.” Let’s show up, get organized, and keep persisting.

    Indivisible.org

  • Immigration Rights & Resources

    Navigating Immigration Enforcement in St. Charles County

    With recent changes to Missouri state law and new partnerships between law enforcement and ICE, it’s important for our neighbors to stay informed. Here is what you need to know about how immigration enforcement currently works in St. Charles City, St. Peters, O’Fallon, Wentzville, and the surrounding county:

    1. The Highway Patrol is Now Partnered with ICE 🛣️

    As of 2025, the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) has entered a 287(g) Task Force agreement. This means troopers patrolling our highways (I-70, I-64, etc.) are trained and authorized to act as immigration officers during routine traffic stops.

    2. Local Police Status 🚔

    Local departments like St. Charles City, St. Peters, O’Fallon and Wentzville PD do not have formal 287(g) “deputization” agreements. However, they do share fingerprint data with federal databases during jail bookings through the “Secure Communities” program.

    3. Your Rights are Still Yours ⚖️

    Regardless of your status, you have constitutional rights:

    • The Right to Remain Silent: You do not have to answer questions about where you were born or your immigration status.
    • The Right to a Lawyer: If detained, do not sign any documents without speaking to an attorney.
    • Warrants Matter: You do not have to let anyone into your home or car without a judicial warrant signed by a judge. (An “ICE Warrant” or Form I-200 is generally not enough for entry without consent.)

    Official Information on 287(g):

    Local Legal Aid & Advocacy:

    • MICA Project (Migrant and Immigrant Community Action): Expert legal defense for deportation and asylum.
    • Legal Services of Eastern Missouri (LSEM): Provides civil legal assistance for low-income residents in St. Charles County.
    • St. Francis Community Services: Bilingual legal aid and family support.

    St. Charles Specific Social Services:

    • Vitendo 4 Africa (V4A): A local organization based in the area specifically helping immigrant families navigate St. Charles County resources.
    • Community Council of St. Charles County: A directory for food, housing, and utility assistance.