Philippines, Jan. 25 -- The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) advised undocumented and overstaying Filipinos in the United States to a "keep a low profile" and work to legalize their stay as the Trump administration tightens immigration policies.

At the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Eduardo Jose De Vega said the DFA will extend aid to Filipinos who will reach out to the Philippine Embassy or the consulates in the US.

"Our advice is to keep a low profile as possible and work for your legalization," he said.

He noted that President Donald Trump said he can work with Democrats about illegal aliens who don't fall under the categories of illegal immigrants they target to deport, namely "criminals and t...