Kamala Harris' Role in Legalizing Undocumented Lawyers Resurfaces

As California's Attorney General, Harris supported Sergio Garcia's fight to become the nation's first undocumented attorney.

Harris' advocacy was pivotal in the California Supreme Court's unanimous decision to license Garcia.
The Obama administration opposed the case, citing federal laws against licensing undocumented immigrants.
Harris provided legal support and filed a brief arguing that Garcia's licensure aligned with state and federal policies.
Garcia's case led to a 2014 state law allowing undocumented immigrants to apply for professional licenses.
The story gains renewed attention as Harris campaigns for the Democratic presidential nomination.