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Kamala Harris' Public Statements on Issue: Immigration

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02/04/2024 Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Bipartisan Senate National Security Agreement
10/06/2022 Tweet - "The Fifth Circuit decision holding that DACA is unlawful is deeply disappointing. It is a direct result of ongoing efforts by certain Republican officials to strip DACA recipients of protections they've had for over a decade."
08/22/2022 Tweet - "Our Administration is committed to preserving and fortifying DACA. We need Congress to protect DACA recipients and pass legislation to ensure a pathway to citizenship for our Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients."
06/28/2022 Tweet - "The loss of life in San Antonio is horrifying. My thoughts are with those who lost loved ones. Our Administration will continue to fight to hold those trying to exploit vulnerable people for profit, including human smugglers and traffickers, accountable."
06/15/2022 Tweet - "Ten years ago today, President Barack Obama created the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy. We must protect DACA and pass legislation to ensure a pathway to citizenship for our Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients."
09/17/2021 Tweet - "As I've often said: immigrants make our country stronger. That is why our Build Back Better Agenda includes protections for Dreamers, TPS holders, farmworkers and other essential workers."
08/05/2021 Readout of the President and Vice President's Meeting with Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Leaders
08/03/2021 Readout of the President and Vice President's Meeting with Latino Leaders
07/29/2021 Vice President's Cover Letter: U.S. Strategy for Addressing the Root Causes of Migration in Central America
07/29/2021 Tweet - "Today, we released our strategy to address the root causes of migration from Central America--which is centered around helping the people of the region find hope at home."
07/23/2021 Tweet - "I want to make clear to Dreamers: America is your home. This is your home. And we see you, and you are not alone."
07/22/2021 Tweet - "Dreamers serve in the military and on the frontlines, earn degrees, and lead companies. They should not live with such uncertainty. Congress must create a pathway to citizenship through reconciliation or other means. I met with Dreamers and advocates to discuss the path forward."
07/17/2021 Tweet - "To all the Dreamers out there experiencing fear and uncertainty, know that @POTUS and I believe strongly that your home is America. You deserve a permanent solution. Through Reconciliation or other means, the time is now for Congress to provide a pathway to citizenship."
06/25/2021 Tweet - "What happens at the border is directly connected to the work we are doing to address the root causes of migration from Central America. As I made clear during my trip to El Paso today, the President and I are committed to strengthening our immigration system at every level."
06/25/2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During Meeting with Advocates from Faith-Based NGOs, and Shelter and Legal Service Providers
06/25/2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris, Secretary of Homeland Security Mayorkas, Chairman Durbin, and Representative Escobar in Press Gaggle
06/15/2021 Tweet - "Today, on the 9th anniversary of DACA, I met with Dreamers and other immigrant women who work in the care economy. We must protect DACA, and pass legislation to ensure a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients."
06/08/2021 Tweet - "Today, President @lopezobrador_ and I discussed our shared interests in security, economic opportunity, vaccines, and migration. The United States sees Mexico as a partner on these issues. https://go.usa.gov/x6BH4"
06/07/2021 Tweet - ". @DrGiammattei , the President of Guatemala, and I just met to discuss our nations' shared priorities--in particular, addressing the root causes of migration. After our meeting, we made several significant announcements about the work ahead. https://go.usa.gov/x6ZRh"
06/03/2021 Tweet - "America is a nation of immigrants. Immigrants serve in our military, they start small businesses, raise families, invest in communities, and strengthen our country. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, we celebrate the history and contributions of our immigrant communities."
05/27/2021 Tweet - "Addressing the root causes of migration from the Northern Triangle requires sustained economic growth and investment. The private sector has an important role to play. Today, I met with the leaders of companies and organizations that announced commitments to invest in the region."
05/17/2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Meeting with Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus
05/17/2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to get their input on our diplomatic efforts in the Northern Triangle and to discuss how we can work together to address the root causes of migration from the region."
04/26/2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Giammattei of the Republic of Guatemala Before Virtual Bilateral Meeting
04/26/2021 Tweet - "Today I hosted Guatemala President Giammattei for a virtual meeting. We're working together to address the immediate needs of the Guatemalan people, deliver relief, and deepen cooperation on migration. Over time I'm confident we can build a foundation of hope for a better future."
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