For years, a program known as DACA that protects hundreds of thousands of young immigrants from deportation has been on shaky ground, with court rulings and administration actions canceling, reinstating, or partially rolling it back every few months.
The stops and starts have left the immigrants, known as Dreamers, fearful that a single court order could upend the lives that they have built since signing up for the program. Though many Americans have repeatedly expressed support for the Dreamers, who were brought to the United States as children, DACA remains mired in legal disputes that render its future, and that of its beneficiaries, uncertain.
What is DACA? “DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.” Stated Victor a young Hispanic male who is active in DACA and is currently a student at Oglethorpe University. The program was created in 2012 through executive action by Mr. Obama as a stopgap measure to shield from deportation people who were brought into the United States as children and did not have citizenship or legal residency. The protection lasts for two years at a time and is renewable. The program does not provide a pathway to citizenship.
Participation in the program comes with a range of benefits. Along with authorization to remain in the country, recipients can also get work permits and can obtain health insurance from employers who offer it. “DACA has increased high school rates, so many people graduate more and even obtained a high school diploma.” Restated Mixlye who is a current student at Hillgrove high school and has had experience with DACA. “There are many scholarships and even programs that help DACA out a lot,” says Mixlye as well. For example, the congressional Hispanic caucus institute and even a program like Hope which stands for a Hispanic organization promoting education, help many students apply for scholarships.
According to Victor, “DACA is not USA citizens or lawful permanent residents it also does not grant them official legal status.” He also stated, “There is not a full way to become a citizen. But if you are married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder you can apply for a marriage-based green card of your own.” DACA has allowed many young immigrants to remain with their families and communities in the United States. To apply for DACA or see if you are eligible, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for DACA. If you have been or are currently in immigration proceedings, you might be able to apply before the age of 15. Victor also said, “you must be under 31 years of age and came to the U.S. while under the age of 16 and, having no record and much more.” He also recommended speaking to an immigration lawyer or a nonprofit legal service provider to help apply.
Economic losses from DACA’s ending would represent only the beginning. Because most DACA recipients have lived in the U.S. for two decades or more, losing DACA would hurt families across the country, with far-reaching harm for every community in the U.S. This would also affect the rates of education. “DACA has also helped many students, because of all the help it gives. Losing DACA could also mean many families struggling to pay tuition and other payments”. Stated Kimberly a young student applying for DACA. If DACA renewals were halted, DACA recipients could lose their protections from deportation, putting them at immediate risk.
To summarize, DACA has an enormous impact on many people's lives. Taking this away will take many opportunities for many people and would impact the economy. Taking DACA away Will not be a wise decision since many dreamers will continue fighting for it to stay.
The stops and starts have left the immigrants, known as Dreamers, fearful that a single court order could upend the lives that they have built since signing up for the program. Though many Americans have repeatedly expressed support for the Dreamers, who were brought to the United States as children, DACA remains mired in legal disputes that render its future, and that of its beneficiaries, uncertain.
What is DACA? “DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.” Stated Victor a young Hispanic male who is active in DACA and is currently a student at Oglethorpe University. The program was created in 2012 through executive action by Mr. Obama as a stopgap measure to shield from deportation people who were brought into the United States as children and did not have citizenship or legal residency. The protection lasts for two years at a time and is renewable. The program does not provide a pathway to citizenship.
Participation in the program comes with a range of benefits. Along with authorization to remain in the country, recipients can also get work permits and can obtain health insurance from employers who offer it. “DACA has increased high school rates, so many people graduate more and even obtained a high school diploma.” Restated Mixlye who is a current student at Hillgrove high school and has had experience with DACA. “There are many scholarships and even programs that help DACA out a lot,” says Mixlye as well. For example, the congressional Hispanic caucus institute and even a program like Hope which stands for a Hispanic organization promoting education, help many students apply for scholarships.
According to Victor, “DACA is not USA citizens or lawful permanent residents it also does not grant them official legal status.” He also stated, “There is not a full way to become a citizen. But if you are married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder you can apply for a marriage-based green card of your own.” DACA has allowed many young immigrants to remain with their families and communities in the United States. To apply for DACA or see if you are eligible, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for DACA. If you have been or are currently in immigration proceedings, you might be able to apply before the age of 15. Victor also said, “you must be under 31 years of age and came to the U.S. while under the age of 16 and, having no record and much more.” He also recommended speaking to an immigration lawyer or a nonprofit legal service provider to help apply.
Economic losses from DACA’s ending would represent only the beginning. Because most DACA recipients have lived in the U.S. for two decades or more, losing DACA would hurt families across the country, with far-reaching harm for every community in the U.S. This would also affect the rates of education. “DACA has also helped many students, because of all the help it gives. Losing DACA could also mean many families struggling to pay tuition and other payments”. Stated Kimberly a young student applying for DACA. If DACA renewals were halted, DACA recipients could lose their protections from deportation, putting them at immediate risk.
To summarize, DACA has an enormous impact on many people's lives. Taking this away will take many opportunities for many people and would impact the economy. Taking DACA away Will not be a wise decision since many dreamers will continue fighting for it to stay.
