Undocumented Father Of Sick Child Hopes For Deportation Protection

Miguel Martinez Valdez, an undocumented immigrant from Mexico, faces a dilemma between staying in the U.S. to care for his son, who is in remission from leukemia, and risking deportation. Despite being married to a U.S. citizen, his attempts to adjust his status have failed. He seeks medical deferred action, a temporary protection for immigrants with family members receiving life-saving treatments. The Trump administration halted and then reinstated this policy, causing uncertainty. Martinez Valdez's other option is a green card petition, but it requires leaving the U.S. for 10 years, posing risks to his son's health.

What is the primary reason Martinez Valdez is seeking medical deferred action?

• He wants to gain citizenship.

• He is looking for employment opportunities.

• His son requires life-saving medical treatment.

• His wife is a US citizen.

What was the public's reaction to the halt in processing medical deferred action applications?

• There was widespread support for the decision.

• It led to public outrage and policy reinstatement.

• It was largely ignored by the public.

• It resulted in immediate policy changes.

How many cases were approved in the New England region after the summer controversy?

• All of them

• Two

• Ten

• None

What is a significant challenge Martinez Valdez faces if his wife petitions for his green card?

• His children would lose their citizenship.

• He would need to leave the US for 10 years.

• He would have to pay a large fine.

• He would lose his job.

Why is moving to Mexico not an option for Martinez Valdez's family?

• They do not speak Spanish.

• His son needs specialized medical care available only in the US.

• They have no family in Mexico.

• They do not have the financial means.