San Diego fund created to help immigrants during coronavirus outbreak
Workers across the U.S. have been hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic. Shelter-in-place orders have limited travel and dining. This has led to layoffs. Immigrants have been hit hard given their numbers in the hospitality industry. Undocumented persons are especially challenged; they cannot apply for government assistance. To help, the San Diego Immigrant Rights Consortium is…
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