Wisconsin Governor Urges Federal Action on DACA Renewal Delays

Milwaukee, WI, July 27, 2026 —

MADISON, WI – Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has called on the White House and the state’s congressional delegation to expedite the processing of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewal applications. The governor’s office stated that delays in these applications are jeopardizing the status of DACA recipients, potentially impacting their ability to secure employment and driver’s licenses.

In letters addressed to President Donald Trump and members of Wisconsin’s congressional delegation, Governor Evers emphasized the urgent need to resolve the ongoing processing backlogs. According to the governor’s office, over 5,000 DACA recipients in Wisconsin are currently affected by these delays.

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program allows eligible individuals who came to the United States as children to receive deferred action for a period of two years, renewable thereafter. This often allows them to obtain work permits and driver’s licenses. Delays in renewing these applications could lead to a lapse in legal status, impacting recipients’ livelihoods and their integration into communities.

The governor’s office did not provide specific details on the number of applications experiencing delays or the extent of the backlog. However, the communication highlights a critical concern for a significant population within Wisconsin who rely on the DACA program for their daily lives and economic stability.

Governor Evers’ administration is seeking federal intervention to ensure timely processing of all DACA renewal applications, aiming to prevent potential disruptions for the thousands of recipients in the state.

Story summarized from the original created by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner on urbanmilwaukee.com, see more information here.

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