Baylor DACA Expert Comments on Trump's Decision to Continue 'Dreamers' Program
June 16, 20171 min read
Professor Laura Hernández’s legal scholarship has focused on issues facing recent immigrants to the United States. She is a recognized expert on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Hernández is also the founder of the Baylor Law Immigration Clinic. To date, students volunteering at the clinic have assisted approximately 300 Waco area residents with their immigration needs.
Regarding President Trump's decision to continue the Obama-era program, Hernandez said:
"While it is laudable that President Trump has recognized all of the benefits that the DACA program has brought to America, it would be most reassuring if he committed that decision to an Executive Order, or even a presidential memorandum. President Trump should also consider adopting the broadened DACA program put forth in 2015, which allows more children to qualify for this invaluable prosecutorial discretion. It is time to allow these children , educated in the United States, to contribute to our country in the fullest manner possible."
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Laura Hernandez, J.D. Professor of LawExpert litigator, focusing on immigration law, insurance law, Civil Rights Actions, and separation of Church and State
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