Dreamers in turmoil after Texas ruling blocks new Daca applications

Federal judge decision puts thousands of lives on hold as many people can't work or access student loans or scholarships

For Kimberly, an undocumented 20-year-old in Missouri, last week's decision by a Texas judge to not allow immigrants to file new applications for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (Daca), a program that shielded them against deportation and provided work permits and other benefits, could have immediate impacts.

Kimberly, who came to the US when she was five, was in the process of applying for Daca. The Guardian is not using her full name. For her, like many others, Daca has been a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs - and one that keeps putting their lives on hold.