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Immigrant work permits extended amid massive backlog

Clip: 05/05/2022 | 3m 23s

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Thousands of immigrants whose U.S. work permits expired will be able to continue earning money. A new federal policy starting on Thursday extends their legal work permits for up to a year and a half as the government works to deal with a massive backlog of applications.

Aired: 05/05/22 | Rating: NR

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