DACA Program and Its Implications

The video discusses Juan Escalante's journey from Venezuela to the U.S. and the challenges he faced as an undocumented immigrant. It explains the introduction of DACA in 2012, which provided protection and work permits to young undocumented immigrants. The video covers the political context and legal challenges surrounding DACA, including its rescindment under the Trump administration. It highlights the impact of DACA on recipients, such as improved job opportunities and access to education, and the uncertainty they face with the program's potential expiration.

What was the main reason Juan Escalante and his family moved to the United States?

• To start a new business

• To pursue better educational opportunities

• To escape dangerous conditions in Venezuela

• To join other family members already in the U.S.

What was the primary purpose of the DACA program introduced in 2012?

• To reunite families separated by immigration laws

• To provide citizenship to all undocumented immigrants

• To protect young undocumented immigrants from deportation and allow them to work legally

• To offer financial aid to undocumented students

What was the Dream Act intended to achieve?

• To provide immediate citizenship to undocumented immigrants

• To provide financial support to immigrant families

• To allow unauthorized immigrants who grew up in the U.S. to gain legal status and eventually apply for citizenship

• To deport all undocumented immigrants

Why did a group of 26 states sue the Obama administration over DACA expansions?

• They believed the expansions were unconstitutional

• They wanted to increase the number of immigrants eligible for DACA

• They aimed to reduce the number of immigrants entering the U.S.

• They wanted to provide more benefits to DACA recipients

What was the reaction of Republicans to Obama's 2014 proposal to expand DACA?

• They fully supported the expansion

• They believed the expansion went too far

• They proposed an alternative expansion plan

• They ignored the proposal

What was the outcome of the legal challenge against the DACA expansions?

• The expansions were supported by all states

• The expansions were modified and then implemented

• The expansions were halted by a federal judge

• The expansions were implemented successfully

What was Donald Trump's stance on immigration during his presidential campaign?

• He advocated for a hardline approach to immigration

• He proposed granting citizenship to all undocumented immigrants

• He focused on improving the immigration process

• He supported the expansion of DACA

What was the main concern of immigration hawks regarding DACA during Trump's presidency?

• That DACA was still in place despite promises to end it

• That DACA was not providing enough benefits

• That DACA was not inclusive enough

• That DACA was too expensive to maintain

What was the impact of DACA on its recipients according to the survey mentioned?

• Recipients faced increased risk of deportation

• Recipients were granted immediate citizenship

• Most recipients were able to travel freely outside the U.S.

• A significant number of recipients improved their job prospects and financial stability

What percentage of DACA recipients reported getting a job with better pay?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%