House Democrats have shelved plans to advance legislation protecting “Dreamers” next week, delivering a setback to the caucus on a top legislative priority
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The legislation, known as the DREAM Act, is now on hold, with Democrats scrambling to draft language that can secure enough votes in committee and on the floor without exposing further divides within the caucus on the thorny issue. By signing up you agree to receive email newsletters or alerts from POLITICO. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Hoyer said Thursday there are some “obvious differences of opinion” but believes it will ultimately pass the House.
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