Sunset Park residents stand united to fight termination of DACA
Sunset stands united for immigrant rights.
Following the news that President Donald Trump plans to put an end to Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), a program founded by former President Barack Obama whereby young, undocumented immigrants brought here as children are protected from deportation and are eligible for a work permit, Sunset Parkers gathered outside St. Michael’s Church, 352 42nd Street, on Tuesday, September 5 to stand together and demand action.
Following mass, Councilmember Carlos Menchaca joined faith leaders, community service organizations, advocates and local residents to provide information about DACA, what the news means for immigrants and how to respond.