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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Santana

DHS policy protects migrant workers in labor investigations

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

The Department of Homeland Security on Friday announced a process by which migrant workers who witness or are victims of workplace labor violations can apply for protection from deportation, in a development applauded by labor and rights advocates who say it will protect migrant workers who expose abusive working conditions.

Friday's announcement sets up guidelines on the agency's website so applicants know what documentation they need to apply and how to go about it.

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