A New Threat to DACA Could Cost States Billions of Dollars

Authors: Prchal Svajlenka, Nicole, Tom Jawetz, Angie Bautista-Chavez
Published on : July, 2017

DACA, a cornerstone program for nearly 800,000 young immigrants in the US, faces a severe threat. Ten states, led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, demand its termination by September 5th or face legal action. This ultimatum jeopardizes the livelihoods of thousands, disrupts businesses, and impacts state economies. The future of DACA hangs in uncertainty, with significant consequences for its beneficiaries and American society.