Immigration advocates sue over use of drivers license data

In about two weeks, California will start issuing drivers licenses to undocumented immigrants living in the United States, but advocates want to make sure those who apply won’t be targeted for deportation.

The National Immigration Law Center filed a lawsuit Wednesday against the Department of Homeland Security, demanding records detailing how federal agents use the drivers license database.

That lawsuit follows reports that federal agents in Maryland used drivers license information to arrest several immigrants with prior deportation orders.

Meanwhile, a federal judge in Pennsylvania has ruled the president’s executive action on immigration unconstitutional, saying it violated the separation of powers.

It’s not clear if the ruling will have any immediate impact.