Texas Yanks Major Perk From Illegal Aliens - After Pioneering It 24 Years Ago

Texas's in-state tuition for illegal immigrants, a policy initiated in 2001, has been eliminated after a federal lawsuit. The Department of Justice argued the policy was unconstitutional, favoring illegal aliens over out-of-state citizens. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton supported the DOJ, leading to a court order blocking the tuition discount. The decision means illegal immigrants will now pay significantly higher out-of-state tuition rates. Paxton hailed the outcome as a victory for American citizens. The original "Texas Dream Act" had bipartisan support, aiming to boost the state's economy through an educated workforce. Other states, like Florida, have also repealed similar policies. The move aligns with the DOJ's stance against providing benefits to illegal immigrants not available to citizens. In-state tuition discounts saved students thousands of dollars annually. Approximately 30 states still offer some form of in-state tuition access for illegal immigrants.