Legal Battle Over Immigrant Access to State Aid
Virginia law permits DACA-eligible students to qualify for reduced tuition and aid based on residency.
DOJ cites federal law barring postsecondary benefits for undocumented immigrants unless available to U.S. citizens.
Case is part of Trump administration's effort to target DACA and undocumented student policies.
Filing occurs as Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin leaves, with Democrats set to take office.
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