Rep. Roybal-Allard Statement on Supreme Court DAPA/Expanded DACA Ruling

Statement

Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) issued the following statement about today's 4-4 Supreme Court ruling in United States v. Texas, regarding President Obama's executive actions to expand Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and implement Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA):

"Today's split decision from the Supreme Court is deeply disappointing. Although the decision does not set a Supreme Court precedent, it does prevent DAPA and expanded DACA from being implemented nationwide. The court's decision means that more immigrant families will be at risk of separation, more undocumented parents will be forced to stay in our nation's shadows, and more noncitizens will be unable to contribute their talents in support of America's communities and economy. This judicial tie obstructs America's ability to treat undocumented individuals fairly and compassionately.

"I am confident that this case will return to the Supreme Court once the court has its full complement of nine justices again. That is why it is so important for the Senate to stop delaying a hearing and vote on the Supreme Court nomination of Judge Merrick Garland. In the meantime, the Department of Justice should keep working to defend the legality of these programs, and push for the case to be reheard by a full court as soon as possible.

"We must also remember that it falls on Congress to make comprehensive immigration reform a reality. Congress must send a reform bill to President Obama's desk that keeps more families together with a path to citizenship, keeps our borders secure, and focuses our resources on those who threaten our national security. I am ready to help pass such a bill, and I hope my Republican colleagues are, too."

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