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Some immigrants returning to Mexico find new opportunities

by Jorge Valencia
Feb 22, 2018
A computer coding class seeks to train young people for jobs in Mexico.
The Hola </code>  classroom in Mexico City.
Jorge Valencia
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Where millennials stand on immigration

by David Brancaccio and Janet Nguyen
Feb 5, 2018
Most millennials across all races support citizenship for immigrants who meet DACA requirements, but they disagree about whether immigrants are taking away jobs.
Supporters of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) demonstrate during a rally in front of the White House on Sept. 5, 2017 in Washington, D.C. 
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As immigration deadline looms, DACA recipients and employers find themselves in a difficult situation

by Jana Kasperkevic
Feb 1, 2018
If DACA were to end, an average of 30,383 recipients would see their work authorization expire every month.
DACA recipient and appliance repair business owner Erick Marquez holds a sign during a protest in support of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) which provides protection from deportation for young immigrants brought into the U.S. by their parents.
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How much will immigration reduction impact the U.S. labor market?

by Amy Scott
Jan 30, 2018
Ahead of SOTU Trump Administration puts forth DACA framework
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Senate talks fall short, shutdown extends into workweek

by Associated Press
Jan 22, 2018
The White House and GOP leaders said they would not negotiate with Democrats on immigration until the government is reopened.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) leaves the Senate floor and walks to his office on Capitol Hill, January 21, 2018 in Washington, D.C. 
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For two DACA entrepreneurs, it may be the end of business as usual

by Reema Khrais
Oct 25, 2017
One couple in San Diego confronts an uncertain future for themselves and the businesses they've built
Dulce Garcia and Luis Tinoco have been dating for more than 15 years. They're both DACA recipients who own businesses just a few blocks away from each other.
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The cost of being a DACA recipient

by Lizzie O'Leary
Oct 13, 2017
It's $495, to be exact. Where does the money go?
People rally in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program near Trump Tower in New York on Oct. 5.
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Crowdsourcing to help DACA recipients renew their status

by David Brancaccio
Oct 4, 2017
MacArthur "genius" grant winner Jose Quinonez of Mission Asset Fund in San Francisco talks about his efforts to help DACA recipients renew their permission to stay in the U.S.
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Some Dreamers turn to crowdfunding to pay for DACA renewal

by Dan Gorenstein
Sep 18, 2017
While the ultimate fate of DACA recipients remains unclear, thousands of young people are now rushing to renew their applications before the deadline in early October. However, the cost is $495, which may be reach for many people working low-wage jobs. One answer: crowdfunding. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.  
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San Diego Mayor on the impact of NAFTA and Congressional action on DACA

by Kai Ryssdal and Robert Garrova
Sep 11, 2017
Republican Mayor Kevin Faulconer on the importance of Congressional action for DACA and how NAFTA has meant billions for San Diego.
San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer.
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