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Yes, you will still claim them as dependents. A qualifying child - under age 24 in college or that is disabled can be claimed provided they meet the dependency test. See Publication 501 - Internal Revenue Service page 11 for details.
The problem comes later when paying over half of their support may come into question. Vacations, food, etc all count. See IRS Worksheet for Determining Support so you may well claim them through college.
Once they no longer qualify as a dependent, if they move home unemployed later, you may be able to claim them as Other Dependent.
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March 6, 2024
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