Congress close to immigration bill

The “Gang of Eight” bipartisan US senators are reportedly close to a deal on immigration following an agreement over the weekend on the issue of guest workers.

Due Diligence’s Carmen Russell-Sluchansky talks with Humberto Sanchez, political reporter for Roll Call:

 

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A late-night deal on Friday resolved a conflict between business groups and unions over allowing guest workers take legal jobs in the country. This issue was considered a significant roadblock before a deal could be made on immigration overall.

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