Pope Francis on Thursday encouraged young immigrants who may be affected by the Trump administration's decision to end a program protecting them from deportation to keep dreaming. Speaking by video hookup with young people in Texas, Puerto Rico and a handful of Latin American nations, Francis urged all countries to welcome immigrants and for newcomers to respect the laws of the places they are living. And find people who love you and want to defend you in this difficult moment," Francis told the young immigrants. DACA has protected about 800,000 people, many of them college students or young professionals, who were brought to the U.S. illegally as children or came with family members who overstayed visas. As pope, Francis has elevated the program to a foundation of pontifical right, enabling it to enjoy the full support of the Holy See.

Source: ABC News October 26, 2017 19:41 UTC