Interpreters who risked their lives for U.S. Military lose first names

1,542 views · Published 20 July 2016 · 2:53 · Indexed 1 November 2026

Channel: 9NEWS · 2016 · News & Politics

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After risking their lives for the U.S. military, Afghan and Iraqi interpreters who gained special entry to the country -  some of whom now live in Denver - are finding it difficult to get jobs, driver’s licenses and other basic needs thanks to an identity mistake in immigration paperwork.

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