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September 14, 2023
Contact: David Cruz - (818) 689-9991 Mobile
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LULAC DENOUNCES FEDERAL COURT DECISION DECLARING DACA ILLEGAL
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Nation's Largest and Oldest Latino Civil Rights Organization Vows to Support
Dreamers Until Justice Is Done!

Washington, DC - In a profoundly concerning federal court decision, U.S. District
Judge Andrew Hanen has declared the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
program illegal, casting a shadow of uncertainty and injustice over the lives of
hundreds of thousands of Dreamers who have long called America home. While Judge
Hanen's ruling may not immediately terminate the program, it jeopardizes the
future of DACA recipients. The League for United Latin American Citizens (LULAC),
representing the voices of countless individuals and communities, vehemently
denounces this decision.

LULAC National President Domingo Garcia aptly summarizes the outrage felt by our
organization and Dreamers across the nation: "Once again, Dreamers are being made
political targets by politicians who engage in fear-mongering and scapegoating.
When is this travesty of destroying lives for political gain enough? Have they no
sense of Christian charity? LULAC will support our Dreamers until justice is
done."

DACA has been a lifeline for young individuals brought to the United States as
children, providing them with an opportunity to contribute to the nation they
call home without living under the constant threat of deportation. Lydia Guzman,
LULAC National Immigration Committee Chair, urges immediate action: "Congress
needs to act now. Waiting is no longer an option. Stop playing election
gamesmanship with people's lives. Basta!"

Dreamers have become integral to our nation's fabric, contributing their talents,
skills, and dedication daily. Jose Barrera, LULAC National Vice-President for the
Far West, underscores their importance: "The court's actions again deny otherwise
law-abiding men and women the recognition we deserve. Dreamers contribute daily
to the economic strength, brain power, and labor resilience that benefits all
Americans. It is time to stop the hypocrisy of those politicians whose districts
take advantage of our presence. Still, they turn around and, for purely political
reasons, vote against comprehensive immigration reform, including DACA. Remember
them when you go vote in 2024."

Judge Hanen's ruling raises critical questions about the path forward for DACA
recipients. While acknowledging the plight of these young individuals, Hanen
emphasizes that the authority to address this issue lies with Congress. We
recognize that DACA is not a permanent solution but a critical stopgap measure,
and it is incumbent upon Congress to take decisive action to provide a clear and
lasting path to citizenship for Dreamers.

The League for United Latin American Citizens calls upon the Biden administration
to vigorously defend DACA in the higher courts and to work tirelessly with
Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform that addresses the needs of
Dreamers and the broader immigrant community. We implore our elected officials to
prioritize the rights, dignity, and future of these young individuals who have
persevered and thrived in the face of adversity.

We must not forget that DACA was created to right a wrong, provide hope, and
acknowledge Dreamers' profound contributions. Our collective responsibility is to
ensure that this hope endures, that justice prevails and that the dreams of these
young individuals remain alive and thriving. The League for United Latin American
Citizens stands firmly alongside Dreamers, advocating for their rights and
demanding a more just and compassionate immigration system for all.

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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and
oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans
and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000
councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and
advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of
today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org [ [link removed] ] .















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