'This is my home,' says DACA recipient deported then returned to U.S.

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by Liz Landers
April 23, 2026
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A DACA recipient was deported and then returned to the U.S. amid immigration crackdowns.

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DACA recipients and other immigrants face ongoing challenges and potential deportation, even if they have DACA protections, due to current enforcement policies.

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A DACA recipient was deported and subsequently returned to the U.S., according to a report by Liz Landers. This individual was among those caught in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, which has seen over 675,000 immigrants deported in the first year of President Trump's second term. The Department of Homeland Security states its focus is on violent criminals, but others, including those with DACA protections, are also being deported. The woman's experience highlights the ongoing challenges faced by DACA recipients and the broad scope of current immigration enforcement. Her statement, "This is my home," underscores the personal impact of these policies.

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