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Immigration attorney recognized as 'Woman of Distinction'

 March 16, 2026 at 1:27 PM PDT
Maria Chavez (left), immigration legal director for the Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans, stands next to Mayor Todd Gloria as part of the city's "Women of Distinction" event, March 10, 2026.
Courtesy of Maria Chavez
Maria Chavez (left), immigration legal director for the Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans, stands next to Mayor Todd Gloria as part of the city's "Women of Distinction" event, March 10, 2026.

Last Tuesday, the city of San Diego recognized 10 local women for their leadership and service, as part of its “Women of Distinction” event.

Mayor Todd Gloria named immigration attorney Maria Chavez as this year’s citywide honoree.

Monday on Midday Edition, we sit down with Chavez to talk about the recognition, her career journey and how current policies and immigration enforcement are impacting her work today.

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