Undocumented immigrants are individuals who reside in a country without proper legal authorization or documentation.
Imagine someone sneaking into a movie theater without purchasing a ticket. They're enjoying the movie but don't have permission to be there.
Naturalization: The process by which an individual becomes a citizen of a country after meeting certain requirements.
Border Patrol: The law enforcement agency responsible for securing the borders of the United States and preventing illegal border crossings.
Dreamers: Refers to individuals who were brought to the United States as children without proper documentation.
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