DeLauro Condemns Trump’s Action to End DACA Program

WASHINGTON, DC (September 5, 2017) — Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released the following statement condemning President Trump's action to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

"The DACA program protects young, undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States through no fault of their own," said DeLauro. "Ending this program, as President Trump's executive action does, is immoral. It goes against our nation's values and our history of welcoming immigrants to our shores to make our country stronger.

"DACA is not a free ride, despite the heated rhetoric and misinformation surrounding this issue," continued DeLauro. "There are many requirements to qualify, such as entering the U.S. before age 16, continuously living in the U.S. since 2007, not being convicted of felonies or significant misdemeanors, and finishing high school or serving in our armed forces. DREAMers have followed the rules, gone through the entire application process, and been approved to stay in our nation. We should not betray them by threatening their ability to learn, work, and live in this country.

"Congressional Republicans need to step up immediately and work with Democrats on legislation that permanently protects DREAMers."