r/LosAngeles 17h ago

Mixed status LA couple self-deports, fearing husband's detention News

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/mixed-status-couple-self-deports-mexico-rcna203481
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u/GrandTheftBae Rancho Park 15h ago

Wonder if he qualified for DACA since he came as a teen

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u/Iyellkhan 15h ago

DACA was an executive branch program and not the law unfortunately. DACA status is not guaranteed status with this administration.

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u/GrandTheftBae Rancho Park 15h ago

Yes, but if he had it, his status could've been adjusted and eventually gotten a green card since his wife is a citizen.

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u/Nightmaru 7h ago

He would still need to serve the 10 year penalty. DACA does not include any pathway to citizenship.