Illegal immigrant aide to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez self-deports to Colombia
An illegal immigrant who once served as an aide to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has self-deported to Colombia, praising the 'freedom of movement' there. He became politically active after the failure of the Dream Act in 2010, eventually working for Ocasio-Cortez's re-election campaign.
Key Points
- Diego de la Vega self-deported to Colombia after working for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
- He praised the freedom of movement in Colombia compared to the U.S.
- De la Vega became politically active after the failure of the Dream Act in 2010
Pros
- Highlighting the personal story of an illegal immigrant
- Shedding light on the challenges faced by DACA recipients
Cons
- Raising questions about the employment of non-U.S. citizens in congressional offices