Trans Actors Who Openly Speak Against ICE

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Many well-known actors in Hollywood are increasingly speaking out about how transgender rights connect with immigration reform. Several trans actors have publicly criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), especially how it treats LGBTQ+ people held in detention. They’re pushing for big changes, from better healthcare for those seeking asylum to completely reforming or even eliminating the agency. Through protests, petitions, and sharing information, these actors are drawing attention to the specific challenges faced by transgender migrants within the U.S. legal system.

Indya Moore

Indya Moore, who gained recognition for their role in ‘Pose’, is a vocal advocate for ending ICE and closing immigration detention centers. They actively use social media and participate in protests to raise awareness about the dangers faced by transgender immigrants in custody. Moore believes funding should be shifted from law enforcement to support community programs and healthcare for those who are most vulnerable. Their work focuses on the unique challenges faced by people who are Black, transgender, and supportive of immigrant rights.

Sara Ramirez

Sara Ramirez, known for their roles in shows like ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ and ‘And Just Like That…’, has consistently spoken out against how LGBTQ+ people are treated by U.S. immigration officials. They’ve worked with groups such as True Colors United to highlight the risks faced by transgender individuals in immigration detention. Ramirez has used their platform – including signing letters and posting on social media – to call for the end of policies like the “Stay in Mexico” program, focusing on the human rights abuses happening within the immigration system.

Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox, known for her role in ‘Orange Is the New Black’, has consistently advocated for changes to the U.S. immigration system. She’s particularly focused on the mistreatment of transgender women held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), speaking out about reports of abuse and lack of medical care. Cox often shares the story of Roxsana Hernández, a transgender woman who died while in ICE custody, as a reason for urgent changes to the system. She emphasizes that immigration enforcement often harms the most vulnerable members of the transgender community.

Angelica Ross

Angelica Ross, known for her roles in ‘Pose’ and ‘American Horror Story’, is a strong voice for civil rights and has been critical of ICE. She actively supports the “Free Them All” movement, advocating for the release of people held in immigration detention, and often speaks at rallies and uses social media to raise awareness. Ross believes that the fight for transgender rights is closely connected to protecting vulnerable immigrants and reforming harsh legal systems. Through her organization, TransTech Social Enterprises, she also provides support to transgender individuals dealing with legal and immigration challenges.

Elliot Page

Elliot Page, known for his role in ‘The Umbrella Academy’, is a strong advocate for immigrant rights and has spoken out against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He uses his platform to support calls to abolish ICE and stop families from being separated at the border. Page also shares information about the challenges faced by transgender migrants seeking safety in the U.S. He often connects issues of environmental justice, transgender rights, and the need for fairer immigration policies in his advocacy.

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2026-01-28 03:44