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California is rolling out a new system to share driver’s license and ID data with a national network, spending $55 million to meet federal REAL ID requirements—otherwise, Californians could face travel disruptions. But the move has ignited alarm among immigrant advocates, who fear that sharing sensitive data—including SSN fragments or placeholders—could expose undocumented residents to deportation risks. While the state added oversight measures like legal protections, public reporting, and audits, critics argue these safeguards are insufficient, as legal orders could still force data releases. The debate underscores a growing tension: balancing federal compliance with protecting vulnerable communities, as the conversation on data privacy and immigrant rights continues to evolve.

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