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Originally Posted by Ivorytickler
Which begs the question "Why is an illegal who paid no taxes getting a refund in the first place?".
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Because the way current tax laws are written allow illegals to not only recoup taxes withheld throughout the year but they also allow for the ACTC. It's bullcrap, yes, but they won't stop until the tax laws are rewritten. The kids don't even have to live here to qualify for the credit; as long as they meet the "substantial presence" test they qualify.