Adelita Grijalva — DACA recipient release statement
Why this matters
Official House statement supports DACA protections and calls for investigation and accountability regarding warrant, due-process and enforcement concerns.
Editorial notes
Official House statement supports DACA protections and calls for investigation and accountability regarding warrant, due-process and enforcement concerns.
Primary source: Adelita Grijalva — DACA recipient release statement
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