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States Sue Over Immigrant Public Charge Rule | Eau Claire News
A coalition of 21 Democratic-led states, including New York and California, is suing the federal government over a new “public charge” rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits like food stamps, healthcare, or housing — even if those benefits were used by U.S. citizens in their families. Cities like New York and Chicago are joining the legal fight, warning the rule will scare people away from essential services. The Department of Homeland Security dismisses the concerns, claiming the rule simply prevents immigrants from relying on public funds — but critics say…
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