Breaking News: California to Suspend 17,000 Commercial Licenses Held by Immigrants
California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver's licenses held by immigrants, state officials announced Wednesday. The licenses were issued to individuals who exceeded their authorized stay in the United States.
The immediate impact of this decision is unclear, but it is expected to affect thousands of immigrants who rely on these licenses for their livelihood. The revocation of these licenses will likely cause disruptions in the transportation industry, particularly in California.
The state's decision comes after harsh criticism from the Trump administration, which accused California and other states of granting licenses to people in the country illegally. The issue gained national attention in August after a tractor-trailer driver not authorized to be in the US caused a fatal crash in Florida.
California launched a review of commercial driver's licenses in response to the criticism. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy praised the state's decision, saying it was an admission that the state acted improperly.
The revocation of these licenses is expected to begin immediately, with state officials working to notify affected individuals. This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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