Rep. Vargas’ Statement on DACA’s 10th Anniversary
Rep. Vargas’ Statement on DACA’s 10th Anniversary
WASHINGTON, D.C (June 15, 2022) — Congressmember Vargas released the following statement on the 10-year anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which offers temporary protection from deportation and extends working rights to more than 800,000 undocumented immigrant youth:
“Today marks 10 years since the DACA program brought over 800,000 immigrant youth out of the shadows so they could work, gain an education, and make a positive impact on our communities,” said Rep. Vargas. “However, today serves as a critical reminder that the fight for comprehensive immigration reform is not yet over. Representing the U.S.-Mexico border, I have seen firsthand how outdated and cruel immigration policies have harmed people who live in fear of deportation and being separated from loved ones. As the proud son of Mexican immigrants who came to this country seeking better opportunities, I remain committed to extending a pathway to citizenship to DREAMers, TPS holders, farm workers, and the millions of undocumented immigrants who call this country home. Immigrants are here to stay.”
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Vargas represents California’s 51st Congressional District which includes the southern portion of San Diego County, all of Imperial County and California’s entire U.S.-Mexico border. Vargas was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012 and is currently serving his fifth term in Congress. He serves on the House Financial Services Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee.