McConnell: I’m very sympathetic to 'Dreamers' :details
 

He said he is “anxious” to see what President Trump does about these immigrants, who received protection from deportation in 2012 by an executive order from former President Obama establishing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

"I'm very sympathetic with this situation. These are young people who were brought here at a tender age and who have grown up here or are in the process of growing up here. I'm very sympathetic to that situation and I'm anxious to see what the president decides to do," McConnell told reporters.

The Los Angeles Times reported Thursday that an executive order has been drafted to end the DACA program.

By McConnell indicated that such an executive order may not be popular among Republicans on Capitol Hill and there may be support for passing bipartisan legislation to protect them from deportation.

http://thehill.com/homenews/senate/3...ic-to-dreamers

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The Los Angeles Times reported Thursday that an executive order has been drafted to end the DACA program.


Are they referring to the leaked EO?

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Yes, correct.

Re: McConnell: I’m very sympathetic to 'Dreamers' :details
 

^ Same as the one reported by Vox?

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both chamber leaders (Paul Ryan & Mitch McConnell) are supportive of our cause, says alot tbh.

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Seems like we have the support of McConnel, Ryan, some people on the Trump team, and some other Republicans in Congress.

We just need a bill to solve our problem once and for all.

Re: McConnell: I’m very sympathetic to 'Dreamers' :details
 

Bridge act will be a one time bandaid. No bueno!

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I think they are referring to the report that came out saying the White House has found a way to end daca without trump being involved.

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This means nothing until they bring a bill to the floor for a vote. Empty rethoric and promises. Actions is what we need. words mean nothing.

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Wish they would add a green card at the end of the 3 years for bridge act. That would be an actual bridge. Let's wait and see what Cornyn does. He did say he would rather solve the problem for good.