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California Republicans Face Pressures On Immigration

Dueling protests may be the norm for some congresspeople being targeted by groups on opposite sides of the immigration reform debate. (Katie Euphrat/KPBS)
Dueling protests may be the norm for some congresspeople being targeted by groups on opposite sides of the immigration reform debate. (Katie Euphrat/KPBS)

Immigration reform is going to be a hot topic during the congressional August break — especially in the Southwest.

Changing demographics mean a rapidly changing constituency for many legislators.

And some Republicans will be facing tough choices on how to respond to their demands.

From the Here & Now Contributors Network, Jill Replogle of Fronteras Desk profiles one California district where a Republican Congressman finds himself in the hot seat.

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